TCL 30 5G
Affordable 5G with Dimensity 700 and AMOLED.
The TCL 30 5G is a budget TCL smartphone released Apr 2022, with a launch price of $220. It pairs the MediaTek Dimensity 700 with a 6.7" FHD+ AMOLED display, a 50 MP + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth main camera and a 5000 mAh, 18W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 60/100 — AMOLED 5G on a tight budget. Standout strengths: amoled + 5g at $220 — rare combo and 5000 mah + microsd + jack. Main trade-off: dimensity 700 modest.
AMOLED 5G on a tight budget.
TCL 30 5G leveraged the company's display heritage to put AMOLED into a sub-$250 5G phone — a value play that built TCL's smartphone presence on North American prepaid shelves.
Read the full review- AMOLED + 5G at $220 — rare combo
- 5000 mAh + microSD + jack
- TCL's NXTVISION display tuning
Full specifications
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How the TCL 30 5G compares
| TCL 30 5G | iPhone 7 Plus | 50 XE NXTPAPER 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 60 | 60 | 62 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | Apple A10 Fusion | Dimensity 6300 |
| Display | 6.7" FHD+ AMOLED | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz | 6.78" NXTPAPER LCD 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 50 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 5000 mAh, 18W | 2,900 mAh | 5,010 mAh |
| Launch price | $220 | $769 | $199 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the TCL 30 5G released?
The TCL 30 5G was released in Apr 2022.
How much does the TCL 30 5G cost?
The TCL 30 5G launched at $220 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the TCL 30 5G screen size and type?
The TCL 30 5G has a 6.7" FHD+ AMOLED display.
What chipset does the TCL 30 5G use?
The TCL 30 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the TCL 30 5G have?
The TCL 30 5G ships with 4 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the TCL 30 5G battery capacity?
The TCL 30 5G has a 5000 mAh, 18W battery.
What is the TCL 30 5G main camera?
The TCL 30 5G has a 50 MP + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth main camera.
Does the TCL 30 5G have 5G?
The TCL 30 5G supports 5G (Yes, sub-6).
Does the TCL 30 5G have a headphone jack?
The TCL 30 5G has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the TCL 30 5G weigh?
The TCL 30 5G weighs 193 g.
What colours does the TCL 30 5G come in?
The TCL 30 5G is available in 2 colours: Atlantic Blue, Starlight Black.
Is the TCL 30 5G worth buying?
TCL 30 5G leveraged the company's display heritage to put AMOLED into a sub-$250 5G phone — a value play that built TCL's smartphone presence on North American prepaid shelves. SpecEagle gives the TCL 30 5G an editorial score of 60/100.
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