Overall Score
52.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#2019)52.6
Performance(#2327)78.7
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#2751)73.0
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#868)80.0
Connectivity(#1597)73.1
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring TCL 40 XE
Short Review
- The TCL 40 XE features a sleek design with dimensions of 164.5 x 75.4 mm and a weight of 195 grams, utilizing a glass front and plastic frame.
- Its 6.56-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals despite the lack of HDR support.
- 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 13 MP main sensor and additional 2 MP depth and macro lenses, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera serves well for selfies.
- The 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, supported by 18W wired charging, though it lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 13 with TCL UI, the software experience is straightforward and user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and a USB Type-C port.
- The device does not feature NFC or stereo speakers, but it retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
- Overall, the TCL 40 XE combines essential features in a well-constructed 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
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 Camera13 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide) 1/3.0", 1.12µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide) 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions164.5 x 75.4 x 0 mm (6.48 x 2.97 x 0.0 in)
Weight195 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
ColorsStarlight Black
Foldable✗
SAR1.38 W/kg (head) 1.12 W/kg (body)
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, 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
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 13, TCL UI
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass