Overall Score
57.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#1519)57.5
Performance(#2541)77.4
Camera(#5401)28.4
Display(#2934)72.3
Battery(#1509)35.8
Build(#2217)65.8
Connectivity(#1937)66.6
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring TCL 40 SE
Short Review
- The TCL 40 SE features a sleek design with dimensions of 167.9 x 76.5 x 8.5 mm and a weight of 190g, utilizing a glass front and plastic frame.
- Its 6.75-inch IPS LCD display boasts a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals at 450 nits brightness.
- Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6765 Helio G37 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM alongside 128GB or 256GB of storage.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor, complemented by 2 MP macro and depth sensors, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The device is powered by a robust 5010mAh battery, supporting 18W charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 13 with TCL UI 5.0, it offers a user-friendly experience with stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC, though it does not support 5G.
- The phone is available in Dark Grey and Twilight Purple colors, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
- Overall, the TCL 40 SE combines solid specifications with practical features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, January 05
Announced2023, January 05
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.75"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz, 450 nits (typ)
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~260 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6765 Helio G37 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory128GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5010 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5010 mAh
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions167.9 x 76.5 x 8.5 mm (6.61 x 3.01 x 0.33 in)
Weight190 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
ColorsDark grey, Twilight purple
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/75 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 13, TCL UI 5.0
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity