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TCL Tab 10S 4G (4GB + 64GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£220RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:MediaTek MT8768

TCL Tab 10S 4G (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 13 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components

35%

6.3

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

6.3

Reviews score

10%

5.7

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 65% of tablets
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 62%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

22%

6.0

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

6.7

Camera

14%

5.3

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

8.3

Software

5%

7.2

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

â–²Better than 56%
6.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 64% of models

6.3

Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.6

Average grade

20%

8.0

Popularity

Grades by review (13)
9 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 4 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 64%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £220
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Available versions:
3GB + 32GBCheck price
Other versions:
4GB + 64GB

What reviewers say about the TCL Tab 10S 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Based on 9 · 4

Reviewers praise the excellent battery life and decent screen, but dislike the camera, slow charging and lagging software updates.
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Technical Specifications of tablet TCL Tab 10S 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

22%

6.0

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

6.7

Camera

14%

5.3

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

8.3

Software

5%

7.2

Design

3%

5.7

Audio

6.3
Reviews score
6.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

7.4
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 4 GB of RAM, which is more than 47.2% of tablets and equal to 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
12 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process, which is smaller than 53.2% of tablets and equal to 13.9% of tablets.
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 64 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 17% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
MediaTek MT8768
This tablet runs on MediaTek MT8768, which is less advanced than 85.5% of tablets and equal to 1% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a 1920×1200 screen, which is sharper than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
224 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 224 ppi, which is higher than 50.1% of tablets and equal to 11.5% of tablets.
Display glass type
AGC Dragontrail Glass
This tablet protects its screen with AGC Dragontrail Glass, which is less durable than 54.6% of tablets and the same as 2.8% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0, which is wider than 57.4% of tablets and equal to 24.7% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
8,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 8,000 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 70.2% of tablets and equal to 4% of tablets.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 18 W, which is faster than 48% of tablets and equal to 12.3% of tablets.
Battery life
8 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8 hours, which is shorter than that of 72.2% of tablets and equal to that of 11.9% of tablets.
video playback
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
IP52
This tablet's IP rating is IP52, which is more protected than 84.8% of tablets and the same as 6.2% of tablets.
Weight
490 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 490 g, which is lighter than 49.3% of tablets and equal to 2.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

TCL Tab 10S 4G (4GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP52 vs not rated).
    IP52 vs not rated
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1500:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 21.2% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 14.3% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (12 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    12 nm vs 14 nm
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1500:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 21.2% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app offloading
    This tablet supports app offloading, while the average tablet does not. 26.3% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% of tablets offer this.
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP52 vs not rated).
    IP52 vs not rated
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (PowerVR GE8320 vs Mali-G51).
    PowerVR GE8320 vs Mali-G51
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • 24.0% lower sentiment score
    5.7 vs 7.5
  • 10.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models

    6.3

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    8.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (13)
    9 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 4 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.3 vs 7.0
  • 24.0% lower sentiment score
    5.7 vs 7.5
  • 10.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models

    6.3

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 7.8 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    8.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (13)
    9 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 4 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.3 vs 7.0
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (PowerVR GE8320 vs Mali-G51).
    PowerVR GE8320 vs Mali-G51
  • 2 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (2 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    2 vs 4
  • 11 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (390 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    390 nits vs 401 nits
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 10 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (390 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    390 nits vs 400 nits
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No backside-illuminated sensor
    This tablet does not have a BSI sensor, while the average tablet does. 52.6% of tablets have a BSI sensor.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 41 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (241 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    241 mm vs 200 mm

Video reviews

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

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

4.0
reviewed.com
≈ estimated
12/12/2023
Lab test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10S is a budget tablet with a bright screen and very long battery life, but slow performance and only 3GB of RAM make it one to skip.
8.0
indianexpress.com
✓ explicit
22/08/2021
Hands-on review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10S is a decent budget tablet for video calls, lectures and streaming, with a good display and battery, but don't expect much more performance.
6.6
pickr.com.au
✓ explicit
29/04/2022
Hands-on test · Family tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10S is a budget tablet for kids and video, with a case, pen and long battery, but its slow performance limits it to basic tasks.
9.0
digitalreviews.net
≈ estimated
23/03/2022
Hands-on review · Family tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10S suits families, with a Kids Mode, over 8 hours of battery life and a bundled stylus, though it won't top benchmark charts.
9.0
tablette-tactile.net
≈ estimated
16/12/2021
Hands-on test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10S is a balanced, no-frills budget tablet whose four speakers and long battery suit home use, but gaming and bulk hold it back.
7.0
quechoisir.org
≈ estimated
25/05/2021
Expert test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The discontinued TCL Tab 10S offers smooth browsing and excellent battery life, but its 20.7GB of usable storage and weak camera quality hold it back.
6.8
test-achats.be
✓ explicit
2021
Lab test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The discontinued TCL Tab 10S offers very long battery life and a precise touchscreen, but its weak front camera and mediocre screen make it a middling choice.
7.0
hackergirl.com.mx
≈ estimated
2 de noviembre de 2021
Launch review · Budget tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10S suits online classes, video calls and media with its large battery and microSD expansion, though a full charge takes nearly four hours.
6.8
test-aankoop.be
✓ explicit
2021
Lab test · Discontinued tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10S is a discontinued tablet with long battery life and a microSD slot, but its screen and cameras are weak.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about TCL Tab 10S 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • Excellent value for money, often including a stylus and protective case in the box
  • Strong battery life from the 8000mAh battery, lasting multiple days for casual use
  • Vibrant 10.1-inch FHD (1920x1200) display which is high resolution for its price point
  • Dedicated 'Kids Mode' with parental controls makes it ideal for young children
  • Cellular 4G support provides connectivity on the go without relying on Wi-Fi
  • Includes expandable storage via a microSD card slot

What customers don't like about TCL Tab 10S 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • Sluggish performance and frequent lag when switching between apps or during multitasking
  • Stylus responsiveness can be inconsistent with noticeable input lag in drawing apps
  • The 3GB or 4GB of RAM is often insufficient for heavy users or demanding games
  • Long charging times (over 3 hours) despite the included 18W charger
  • Cameras are basic and perform poorly in low-light conditions
  • Speakers lack bass and can sound thin or tinny at higher volumes

Verdict

The TCL Tab 10s 4G is a budget-friendly 10.1-inch tablet featuring a Full HD (1920 x 1200) IPS display with NXTVISION eye-care technology to reduce blue light. This specific 4G LTE model is powered by a MediaTek MT8768 octa-core processor paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, which is expandable up to 256GB via microSD. A primary strength is its large 8,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging and provides enough endurance for a full day of typical school or office work. It also features 4G connectivity for on-the-go internet access, IP52 dust and water resistance, and often includes a stylus and flip case in the box. However, the device suffers from noticeably sluggish performance and lag during multitasking or gaming, lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack, and its 8MP rear and 5MP front cameras offer only basic quality suitable primarily for document scanning or simple video calls.

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