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TCL 20 Pro 5G (6GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP & 16 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP

TCL 20 Pro 5G (6GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

90%

6.1

Technical score

10%

7.0

User score

â–¼Worse than 70% of smartphones
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 71%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

25%

5.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

6.8

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

4.1

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

5.6

Audio

3%

5.7

Design

â–¼Worse than 69%
7.0

User score

User score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

4.8

Number of reviews

â–¼Worse than 91%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone TCL 20 Pro 5G (6GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components:

25%

5.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

6.8

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

4.1

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

5.6

Audio

3%

5.7

Design

6.1
User score
User score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

4.8

Number of reviews

7.0
Popularity
Popularity
4.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Popularity:
TCL 20 Pro 5G (6GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 4.8 points, which is lower than 54.5% of smartphones.
4.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.1
Brand name
TCL
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G processor which is faster than processors in 51.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 11
Android version
Android 11
This smartphone runs Android version Android 11 which is older than that found in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP & 16 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP & 16 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 76.5% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 70.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
30.7 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 30.7 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.67 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches which is larger than the screens of 38.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 13.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
395 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi which is higher than that of 41.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.9% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 5.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
164.2 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 164.2 mm which is taller than 59.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Width
77.3 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 77.3 mm which is wider than 77.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.8 mm which is thicker than 71.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.7% of smartphones.
Weight
190 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 190 g which is lighter than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 4.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
101,024 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 101,024 cm³ which is larger than 70.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
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TCL 20 Pro 5G (6GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (20000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    20,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (20000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    20,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 3.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (190 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    190 g vs 196.2 g
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP52 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP52 vs IP67
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • 13.5% lower user score
    User score
    7.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    TCL 20 Pro 5G
    the average smartphone
    TCL 20 Pro 5G (6GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.05 vs 8).
    7.05 vs 8
  • 3.5% worse value for money
    TCL 20 Pro 5G (6GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.09 vs 7.3).
    7.09 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 20.7% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (8,546 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    8,546 vs 10,783
  • 33.3% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (8 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    8 nm vs 6 nm
  • 64.2% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,114 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,114 vs 3,115
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 68.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (1,214 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    1,214 vs 3,825
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1,024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 33.6% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 17.7% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (775 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    775 vs 942
  • 25.3% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,891 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,891 vs 2,533
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 16 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 16 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 4.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 5.8% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (622 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    622 nits vs 660 nits
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • 8.3% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (721 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    721 min vs 786 min
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP52 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP52 vs IP67
  • 3 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2021 vs 2024). 3.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    April 2021
    2021 vs 2024
  • 1.3 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    77.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.5 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 0.6 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (164.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    164.2 mm vs 163.6 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Geekanoids
≈ estimated
11/12/2025
Hands-on review · camera, fingerprint and battery tests
Verdict
TCL 20 Pro 5G is a strong overall package with great value, good cameras and very long battery life.
8.0
Ian’s Tech
≈ estimated
10/02/2023
Retrospective review · app tests and camera samples
Verdict
TCL 20 Pro 5G is still worth buying at the right price, though missing Android updates hurt it.
8.0
Victor Kamanga
≈ estimated
28/07/2021
Hands-on review · display, camera and battery tests
Verdict
TCL 20 Pro 5G is a decent phone with some minor setbacks, recommended for mid-range buyers who stream a lot.
9.0
Josh Quiñonez
≈ estimated
26/07/2021
Personal experience review · daily use and feature tour
Verdict
TCL 20 Pro 5G is beautiful, well built and a strong performer, but the curved screen edges cause accidental touches.
9.0
Mobile IQ
≈ estimated
19/07/2021
Hands-on review · audio, charging and camera tests
Verdict
TCL 20 Pro 5G is an impressive mid-range phone for buyers who want strong features at its price.
9.0
Tech Guide
≈ estimated
13/07/2021
Hands-on review · two weeks of daily use
Verdict
TCL 20 Pro 5G is a strong mid-range phone, with a display, camera and battery that perform well above its class.
9.0
Technically Speaking
≈ estimated
06/07/2021
Real-world camera test · first impressions
Verdict
TCL 20 Pro 5G is a strong pick for its price, but its microphones and fingerprint scanner are weak.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Overview video
Overview video
Overview video
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

pcmag.com
09/07/2021
Hands-on review · Midrange phone
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G is a sleek midrange phone with a sharp AMOLED screen and decent cameras, but it lacks C-band support for some US carriers.
techradar.com
14/04/2021
Hands-on review · Design and display
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G is an attractive midrange phone with a standout selfie camera, but its 60Hz display and slow charging let it down.
tomsguide.com
13/07/2021
Camera comparison · Midrange phone
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G is a pretty phone with an excellent display, but its cameras and battery fall short of rivals like the Pixel 4a 5G.
androidcentral.com
04/07/2021
Hands-on review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G is a solid mid-range phone that can't match a Pixel camera, but its screen and extras make it better value.
gizmodo.com
01/10/2021
Full review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G is an attractive mid-range phone with more extras than most rivals at its price, though the Pixel 5a remains the better pick.
hothardware.com
06/07/2021
Full review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G is a stylish mid-range phone with optical stabilization and wireless charging, but its 60Hz screen and inconsistent photo processing hold it back.
petapixel.com
08/07/2021
Camera-focused review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G takes decent daytime photos and has plenty of camera modes, but its ultra-wide and night shots fall behind rivals.
howtogeek.com
25/10/2021
Review · Budget phone comparison
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G is a hard sell, since the cheaper TCL 20S has nearly the same screen and the Pixel 5a is the stronger pick.
cgmagonline.com
04/06/2021
Hands-on review · Everyday phone
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G is a plain phone not worth seeking out, since roomy storage and good selfies can't make up for a weak camera and slow charging.
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wired.com
27/07/2021
Summary of the review
TCL 20 Pro 5G, 20S, and 20 SE Review - WIRED Would you like to compare the battery life or camera performance benchmarks specifically from these techn...
zdnet.com
14/04/2021
Hands-on review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G is a solid midrange phone with a striking design and bright AMOLED screen, though it works best on T-Mobile.
eftm.com
10/08/2021
Full review · Battery and display
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G is a stylish mid-range phone whose battery lasts nearly nine hours of screen-on time, though its 60Hz screen is the main limit.
dxomark.com
20/05/2021
Lab test · Camera scores
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G takes sharp zoom shots and steady video, but its ultra-wide photos show strong purple fringing and night shots are underexposed.
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cnetfrance.fr
28/07/2021
Summary of the review
TCL 20 Pro 5G Review: A Stunning Screen and Many Other Qualities
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journaldugeek.com
19/08/2021
Full review · Photo and screen
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G suits people who want a bright screen and a comfortable grip, and can accept average photos and a 60Hz refresh rate.
it-connect.fr
23/03/2022
Full review · Design and interface
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G is a stylish, easy-to-use phone with a sharp screen and good performance, but its 18W charging takes nearly two hours.
lapresse.ca
22/08/2021
Review · Design with software issues
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G is a good phone with a striking design and extras like a universal remote, but photos and software glitches hold it back.
dxomark.com
20/05/2021
Lab test · Camera scores
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G takes sharp zoom shots and steady video, but its ultra-wide photos show strong purple fringing and night shots are underexposed.
smartworld.it
23/04/2026
Full review · Camera and display
Verdict
The TCL 20 Pro 5G has an excellent screen and well-built body, but its high price and average cameras make it hard to recommend.
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ilfattoquotidiano.it
27/04/2026
Summary of the review
TCL 20 Pro 5G, recensione: Smartphone di fascia media interessante ma dal prezzo eccessivo di Tom's Hardware per il Fatto Quotidiano
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about TCL 20 Pro 5G (6GB + 256GB)

  • Premium, flagship-like design and build quality with a glass back and aluminum frame
  • Stunning 6.67-inch FHD+ curved AMOLED display with great colors and contrast, enhanced by NXTVISION technology
  • Generous 256GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD card (up to 1TB)
  • Solid performance for everyday tasks and general use, powered by the Snapdragon 750G 5G processor
  • Good main 48MP rear camera and detailed 32MP front-facing (selfie) camera
  • Inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack and an IR blaster (universal remote control feature)
  • Decent all-day battery life under moderate use
  • Support for wireless charging (15W), a rare feature in its price range
  • A useful, programmable 'Smart Key' button for custom shortcuts
  • Cameras are flush with the back of the phone, meaning no camera bump

What customers don't like about TCL 20 Pro 5G (6GB + 256GB)

  • Display has a standard 60Hz refresh rate, which feels less smooth compared to competitors with 90Hz or 120Hz panels
  • Slow wired (18W) and wireless (15W) charging speeds compared to other phones in the market
  • Inconsistent and often poor performance of the in-screen fingerprint sensor
  • Camera performance can be inconsistent, particularly in low-light conditions and with the ultra-wide and macro lenses
  • Video recording quality leaves a lot to be desired, with issues like overexposure and pixelation
  • Single, bottom-firing mono speaker with weak bass and no stereo sound
  • Pre-installed bloatware apps and some software/UI bugs and glitches reported by users
  • Sub-par battery life during heavy use, especially 3D gaming
  • Limited software support promised (two major OS updates and two years of security patches) compared to competitors
  • Lack of an official IP water resistance rating, only splash resistant (IP52)

Verdict

The TCL 20 Pro 5G is a mid-range smartphone with a premium design, a 6.67-inch FHD+ curved AMOLED display powered by NXTVISION technology, and a powerful Snapdragon 750G 5G processor with a generous 6GB RAM and 256GB of expandable storage via microSDXC (up to 1TB). Key pros include its sleek, no-camera-bump design, a versatile 48MP quad-camera system with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) on the main sensor, a 32MP front camera, a 4500mAh battery with both 18W wired and 15W wireless charging support, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack and IR blaster. However, common cons are its standard 60Hz display refresh rate (which feels less smooth than competitors' 90Hz+ panels), a mono-only speaker, average battery life under heavy use, slow charging speeds compared to some rivals, and a limited software update policy of only two years of OS and security updates.

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