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TCL 40 XL#1899

Released: 2023, February 26

TCL 40 XL

Overall Score

53.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#1899)53.6
Performance(#2541)77.4
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#2751)73.0
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#2217)65.8
Connectivity(#3581)53.9
Audio(#1845)70.7

Comparisons Featuring TCL 40 XL

Realme Note 60|Sharp Aquos V7 Plus|Tcl 40 Se|Infinix Hot 20|Realme Narzo N61|Xiaomi Poco C65|Realme C61|Honor X7|Blackview A85|Infinix Hot 12|Xiaomi Redmi 12|Motorola Moto G24|Lava Yuva 5g|Vivo Y22s Europe|Motorola Moto G53

Short Review

  • The TCL 40 XL features a sleek design with a glass front and plastic frame, measuring 167.9 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm and weighing 195 grams.
  • Its 6.75-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals.
  • Performance is powered by the Mediatek MT6765 Helio G37 chipset with an octa-core CPU and options for 128GB or 256GB storage paired with 4GB or 6GB RAM.
  • The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor, along with 2 MP macro and depth sensors, capable of recording video at 1080p.
  • The front-facing camera has an 8 MP resolution for selfies.
  • A robust 5000 mAh battery supports 18W charging, ensuring extended usage without frequent recharges.
  • The device runs on Android 13 with TCL UI, offering a user-friendly experience.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and USB Type-C 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
  • The phone also includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
  • Overall, the TCL 40 XL combines decent specifications with a practical design.

Specifications

General

Release Date2023, February 26
Announced2023, February 26
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.75"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz
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

Camera

Main Camera50 MP, (wide), PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, (wide)
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

Dimensions167.9 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm (6.61 x 3.01 x 0.35 in)
Weight195 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
ColorsDark Gray
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM +eSIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
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

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes, with dual speakers
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 13, TCL UI
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer