Category Breakdown
Sony Xperia C5 Ultra
TCL 20E
Performance
56.067.2
Camera
44.919.1
Display
58.943.7
Battery
23.428.1
Build
84.965.8
Connectivity
55.746.0
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
39.438.3
Summary
- The Sony Xperia C5 Ultra features a 6.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing a sharper image compared to the TCL 20E's 6.52-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Xperia C5 Ultra is powered by a Mediatek MT6752 chipset with 2GB of RAM, while the TCL 20E utilizes a more recent Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 chipset with options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM, potentially offering better multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have a 13 MP rear camera, but the TCL 20E includes additional depth and macro sensors, enhancing its photography versatility.
- The Xperia C5 Ultra has a smaller 2930 mAh battery, whereas the TCL 20E boasts a larger 4000 mAh battery with faster 10W charging.
- In terms of software, the Xperia runs on Android 5.0 (upgradable to 6.0), while the TCL 20E operates on Android 11 with TCL UI, providing a more modern software experience.
- Both phones have a similar build quality with glass fronts and plastic backs, but the TCL 20E is slightly heavier and thicker.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Sony Xperia C5 Ultra
TCL 20E
General
Release Date
2015
2021, October 12
Announced
2015
2021, October 12
Description
Also known as Sony Xperia C5 E5553, E5506
N/A
Display
Size
6"
6.52"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD,
Resolution
1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~367 ppi density)
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI
1080
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Scratch-resistant
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6752 (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Mali-T760MP2
PowerVR GE8320
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), AF
13 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 Features
LED flash, panorama, HDR
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
13 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), AF
5 MP or 8 MP
Front Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps, HDR
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
720p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2930 mAh
4000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2930 mAh, non-removable
Li-Po 4000 mAh
Charging Details
N/A
10W wired
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
164.2 x 79.6 x 8.2 mm (6.46 x 3.13 x 0.32 in)
165.6 x 75.6 x 8.8 mm (6.52 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Weight
187 g
190 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Colors
Black, White, Mint
Black, Blue, Green
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.66 W/kg (head) 0.44 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
4.1, A2DP, aptX
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Android 11, TCL UI
Fingerprint
✗
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass

