TCL 20 R 5G The TCL 20 R 5G is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 4,500 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2021).
2021 · Lower-mid-range · Android 11 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.52" · 164.3 x 75 x 9 mm (6.47 x 2.95 x 0.35 in)
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm)
RAM 4GB
Storage 128GB | 64GB
Main Camera 13 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Solid 4,500 mAh battery for all-day use
✓ 6.52" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
269 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 500 nits (peak)
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Multi-Camera Setup
13 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide) 1/3.0", 1.12µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,500 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
📱 Design & Build
Weight
186g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
164.3 x 75 x 9 mm (6.47 x 2.95 x 0.35 in)
Build
Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat13 400/100 Mbps, 5G 2.7 Gbps DL
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the TCL 20 R 5G support 5G?› Yes, the TCL 20 R 5G supports 5G connectivity.
Does the TCL 20 R 5G have NFC?› Yes, the TCL 20 R 5G has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the TCL 20 R 5G support wireless charging?› No, the TCL 20 R 5G charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the TCL 20 R 5G support fast charging?› Yes, up to 10W (10W wired).
Does the TCL 20 R 5G have expandable storage?› Yes, the TCL 20 R 5G supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the TCL 20 R 5G support dual SIM?› The TCL 20 R 5G SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the TCL 20 R 5G have a headphone jack?› Yes, the TCL 20 R 5G has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the TCL 20 R 5G have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the TCL 20 R 5G ship with?› The TCL 20 R 5G ships with Android 11, TCL UI.
What type of USB port does the TCL 20 R 5G use?› The TCL 20 R 5G uses USB Type-C 2.0.
Does the TCL 20 R 5G support Wi-Fi 7?› The TCL 20 R 5G supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the TCL 20 R 5G support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The TCL 20 R 5G has 5.2, A2DP, LE.
