Overall Score
63.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#1681)63.3
Performance(#1516)68.5
Camera(#2546)44.3
Display(#2465)75.5
Battery(#2032)58.5
Build(#1232)77.8
Comparisons Featuring TCL 40 X
Short Review
- The TCL 40 X features a sleek design with a glass front and a plastic frame, measuring 164.5 x 75.4 x 9 mm and weighing 195 grams.
- Its 6.56-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals, although HDR support is absent.
- Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 700 chipset, it delivers decent performance with an octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, suitable for everyday tasks.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor, accompanied by a 2 MP macro and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera handles selfies adequately.
- A robust 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, with 18W wired charging support but no wireless charging option.
- Running on Android 13 with TCL UI, the software experience is user-friendly, though it lacks stereo speakers.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.1, enhancing versatility.
- The device does not offer NFC capabilities and features a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer.
- The headphone jack is included, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the TCL 40 X combines solid specifications in a well-built package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, February 26
Announced2023, February 26
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.56"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MC2
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, (wide), PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164.5 x 75.4 x 9 mm (6.48 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)
Weight195 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 13, TCL UI
OS VersionAndroid 13, TCL UI
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer (USA only)
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes, with dual speakers
Audio JackYes