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TCL 10 Plus

$235.28

Overview

TCL 10 Plus is a budget Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6.47-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 665 chipset, 48 main camera, and 4500 mAh battery.

Priced at $235.28, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of TCL 10 Plus

The display of TCL 10 Plus measures 6.47 inches with AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 700 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 pixels resolution.

Size
6.47 inches
Type
AMOLED
Resolution
1080x2340 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
700 nits
HDR
Yes

The camera system of TCL 10 Plus features 4 rear cameras: 48 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.

Main Sensor
48
Camera Count
4 cameras
Ultrawide
8MP, FOV: 118°
Max Video
2160p

The battery of TCL 10 Plus has 4500mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 130 min minutes.

Capacity
4500mAh
Wired Charging
18
Full Charge Time
130 min minutes

The performance of TCL 10 Plus is powered by the Snapdragon 665 chipset with Adreno 610 GPU.

Chipset
Snapdragon 665
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPU
Adreno 610

The memory of TCL 10 Plus offers 8GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM.

RAM Options
8GB
Storage Options
64GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4X
Storage Type
64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

The connectivity of TCL 10 Plus includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0
NFC
Yes

The build of TCL 10 Plus weighs 172g with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 158.9 x 72.9 x 8.9 mm.

Dimensions
158.9 x 72.9 x 8.9 mm
Weight
172g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Glossy

The software of TCL 10 Plus runs Android 10, TCL UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.

OS
Android 10, TCL UI
Update Policy
2 years

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Frequently Asked Questions about TCL 10 Plus

Yes, TCL 10 Plus is good for photography with its 48 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.

Related: mobile photography

TCL 10 Plus with Snapdragon 665 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

TCL 10 Plus receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

TCL 10 Plus has a 4500mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.

Related: battery life

TCL 10 Plus at $235.28 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

TCL 10 Plus supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 130 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

TCL 10 Plus is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

TCL 10 Plus has a 6.47-inch AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 700 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes Yes.

Related: display quality

See how TCL 10 Plus ranks in these categories:

Verdict

The TCL 10 Plus delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in versatile camera system. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

6.47"

Main Camera

48

Chipset

Snapdragon 665

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G LTE BandsLTE
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation4x4 MIMO
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM ModeDual SIM
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2020
Statusavailable
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch Price$235.28

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)158.9 x 72.9 x 8.9 mm
Weight (g)172
Build MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
FramePlastic
Back FinishGlossy
Colors["Blue", "Violet"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive Cooling
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic Vibration

Display

Panel TypeAMOLED
Size (inches)6.47
Resolution (px)1080x2340 pixels
Aspect Ratio6:13
Pixel Density (ppi)398
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)88.7
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)180
Peak Brightness (nits)700
HDR Standards
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)240
Glass ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 10, TCL UI
Update Policy2 years
ChipsetSnapdragon 665
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 610
NPU/AI TOPs0.5 TOPS
ISP FeaturesSpectra 165
ModemSnapdragon X12 LTE
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu ScoreN/A
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM8GB
RAM TypeLPDDR4X
Storage64GB
Storage Type64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Storage SpeedUFS 2.1
Expandable StoragemicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem EncryptionFIPS 140-2

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras4
Main Sensor48
Main Sensor Size1/2.25"
Main Sensor ModelSamsung GM1
Main Lensf/1.8, 26mm
OIS
AutofocusPDAF
Pixel Binning0.8µm
Ultrawide8MP, FOV: 118°
TelephotoN/A
Macro2
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution2160p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264, H.265
Slow Motion720p@120fps
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution16
Sensor Size1/3.1"
Aperturef/2.2
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video1080p@30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock2D

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones2
Bluetooth CodecsaptX, aptX HD, LDAC
DAC/AmpQualcomm Aqstic

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorFingerprint (Under Display, Optical)
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsAccelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Compass
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)4500
TypeLi-Po
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging18
Wired StandardQualcomm Quick Charge 3.0
0-50% Time (mins)65 min
Full Charge Time130 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box18W charger
Battery Health FeaturesBasic charging optimization

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 10, TCL UI
Update Window2 years
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy Featuresapp permissions, location controls
Accessibilityscreen reader, magnification, color inversion
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box ContentsPhone, 18W charger, USB-C cable, SIM eject tool, User manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

Alex R.

2 weeks ago

Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.

B

Ben C.

1 month ago

Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.

C

Chloe D.

3 months ago

The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!

Review

TCL 10 Plus Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.7/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the TCL 10 Plus covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.4 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
    • - Camera performance is average

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