TCL·Budget · Released Apr 2022

TCL 30

A 2022 budget with a 6.7" AMOLED and 50 MP triple cam at an entry price.

56/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$200
Color · Tech Black
Display
6.7" AMOLED 60 Hz
Chipset
Helio G37
Memory
4 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
50 MP
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
185 g
Quick answer

The TCL 30 is a budget TCL smartphone released Apr 2022, with a launch price of $200. It pairs the Helio G37 with a 6.7" AMOLED 60 Hz display, a 50 MP main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 56/100 — A budget AMOLED for under $200. Standout strengths: amoled at $200 — rare for the price. and 5,000 mah battery. Main trade-off: 60 hz only.

AI Snapshot

A budget AMOLED for under $200.

TCL 30 squeezed an AMOLED panel into a $200 phone — uncommon in 2022. The 60 Hz refresh and slow Helio G37 are the compromises, but the screen and battery make it a reasonable basics phone.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display72
Camera56
Performance48
Battery80
Build58
Value62
  • AMOLED at $200 — rare for the price.
  • 5,000 mAh battery.
  • NXTVISION colour tuning.
  • microSD + jack.

Full specifications

Type
AMOLED, 60 Hz, NXTVISION
Size
6.7 inches
Resolution
2,400 × 1,080 px (FHD+)
Main
50 MP, f/1.8
Macro
2 MP
Depth
2 MP
Selfie
13 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v9
Δ class avg -91.4%
This
140,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -88.6%
This
330
Class avg
2,900

How the TCL 30 compares

TCL 30Pixel XL60 XE NXTPAPER 5G
SpecEagle score565656
ChipsetHelio G37Snapdragon 821Dimensity 6300
Display6.7" AMOLED 60 Hz5.5" QHD AMOLED6.8" NXTPAPER LCD 120 Hz
Main camera50 MP12.3 MP · f/2.050 MP
Battery5,000 mAh3,450 mAh5,010 mAh
Launch price$200$769$190

Frequently asked questions

When was the TCL 30 released?

The TCL 30 was released in Apr 2022.

How much does the TCL 30 cost?

The TCL 30 launched at $200 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the TCL 30 screen size and type?

The TCL 30 has a 6.7" AMOLED 60 Hz display.

What chipset does the TCL 30 use?

The TCL 30 is powered by the Helio G37 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the TCL 30 have?

The TCL 30 ships with 4 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the TCL 30 battery capacity?

The TCL 30 has a 5,000 mAh battery.

How fast does the TCL 30 charge?

The TCL 30 supports 18 W wired charging.

What is the TCL 30 main camera?

The TCL 30 has a 50 MP main camera.

Does the TCL 30 have a headphone jack?

The TCL 30 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How long will the TCL 30 get software updates?

The TCL 30 update policy: 1 OS + 2 yr security.

How much does the TCL 30 weigh?

The TCL 30 weighs 185 g.

What colours does the TCL 30 come in?

The TCL 30 is available in 2 colours: Tech Black, Muse Blue.

Is the TCL 30 worth buying?

TCL 30 squeezed an AMOLED panel into a $200 phone — uncommon in 2022. The 60 Hz refresh and slow Helio G37 are the compromises, but the screen and battery make it a reasonable basics phone. SpecEagle gives the TCL 30 an editorial score of 56/100.

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