Launch report · TCL
TCL Stylus 5G: Budget stylus 5G phone for North American carriers.
SpecEagle Editorial·Aug 2022·$260·Score 58/100
TCL Stylus 5G brought a built-in stylus to T-Mobile shelves at $260 — a budget alternative to Galaxy Note styling for note-takers who didn't need Wacom precision.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.81" FHD+ IPS
Chipset
MediaTek Dimensity 700
RAM
4 GB
Storage
128 GB + microSD
Battery
4000 mAh, 15W
Main camera
50 MP + 5 MP UW + 2 MP macro
Weight
209 g
What stands out
- Built-in stylus silo at $260 5G
- 50 MP main + 13 MP selfie
- Dolby Atmos stereo speakers
What to watch
- Passive stylus (no Wacom)
- Dimensity 700 modest
- Heavy 209 g
The phone it has to beat
Pixel 7a
$499 · score 81/100