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TCL 50 5G#1703

Released: 2024, February 26

TCL 50 5G

Overall Score

63.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#1703)63.2
Performance(#893)70.8
Camera(#2186)45.0
Display(#2452)75.5
Battery(#2016)58.5
Build(#10702)68.8

Comparisons Featuring TCL 50 5G

Short Review

  • The TCL 50 5G features a sleek design with dimensions of 164.1 x 75.1 x 8.3 mm and a weight of 183.5g, available in Dark Blue and Space Gray.
  • It sports a 6.6-inch IPS LCD display with 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 6100+ chipset, it offers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, ensuring efficient multitasking.
  • The camera system includes a 50 MP wide lens and a 5 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera captures decent selfies.
  • The 5010 mAh battery supports 18W charging, providing ample power for daily use without wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 14, the phone is set for an upgrade to Android 15, enhancing its software longevity.
  • Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC, ensuring versatile connectivity.
  • The inclusion of stereo speakers and a headphone jack adds to the multimedia experience.
  • Overall, the TCL 50 5G combines functional design with reliable performance and a capable camera system.
  • Its features cater well to users seeking a balanced smartphone experience.

Specifications

General

Release Date2024, February 26
Announced2024, February 26
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.6"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz, 480 nits (typ)
Resolution720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MC2
Memory128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC

Camera

Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.5", 0.7µm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity5010 mAh
Battery Details5010 mAh
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions164.1 x 75.1 x 8.3 mm (6.46 x 2.96 x 0.33 in)
Weight183.5 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsDark Blue, Space Gray
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM +eSIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 14, planned upgrade to Android 15
OS VersionAndroid 14, planned upgrade to Android 15

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes