TCL 306
#3361
Xiaomi Redmi 9AT
#3260Category Breakdown
TCL 306
Xiaomi Redmi 9AT
Performance
64.964.8
Camera
28.444.8
Display
70.667.5
Battery
33.733.7
Build
0.215.9
Connectivity
63.450.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
41.742.5
Summary
- The TCL 306 and Xiaomi Redmi 9AT both feature similar IPS LCD displays with 6.52" and 6.53" sizes, respectively, and a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, but the TCL offers slightly higher brightness at 450 nits compared to 400 nits on the Redmi.
- Both devices are powered by the Mediatek Helio G25 chipset, but the TCL has 3GB of RAM versus the Redmi's 2GB, potentially providing better multitasking performance.
- Camera specifications are nearly identical, with both offering a 13 MP rear camera and 5 MP front camera, though the Redmi supports video recording at 60fps.
- Battery capacity is the same at 5000 mAh with 10W charging for both, ensuring similar longevity.
- In terms of software, the TCL runs Android 12 with TCL UI, while the Redmi operates on Android 10 with MIUI 12, indicating a more updated software experience on the TCL.
- Build dimensions are close, with the TCL being slightly larger and lighter than the Redmi.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
TCL 306
Xiaomi Redmi 9AT
General
Release Date
2022, January 31
2020, September 09
Announced
2022, January 31
2020, September 09
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
6.52"
6.53"
Type
IPS LCD, 450 nits (typ)
IPS LCD, 400 nits (typ)
Resolution
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 (12 nm)
Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
PowerVR GE8320
Memory
32GB 3GB RAM
32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide) 1/3.0", 1.12µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
13 MP, f/2.2, 28mm (wide), 1.0µm, PDAF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, HDR
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide) 1/5.0", 1.12µm
5 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.12µm
Front Camera Features
HDR
HDR
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
5000 mAh
5000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 5000 mAh
Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details
10W wired
10W wired
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
165.2 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm (6.50 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)
164.9 x 77 x 9 mm (6.49 x 3.03 x 0.35 in)
Weight
190 g
194 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Space Gray, Atlantic Blue
Carbon Gray, Sky Blue, Ocean Green
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.87 W/kg (head) 1.01 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/75 Mbps
HSPA, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓
✗
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 12, TCL UI
Android 10, MIUI 12
Fingerprint
✓
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity