TCL 406
The TCL 406 is a balanced everyday device, suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2023).
2023 · Lower-mid-range · Android 13ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size6.6" · 164.7 x 75.4 x 9 mm (6.48 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)
RAM3GB
Storage32GB
Main Camera13 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓6.6" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Basic its chipset for simple tasks only
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
GamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
267 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD, 400 nits (typ)
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
📱 Design & Build
Weight
190g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
164.7 x 75.4 x 9 mm (6.48 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Dark Grey, Lavender Purple
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
NFC
Yes (market/region dependent)
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the TCL 406 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the TCL 406 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the TCL 406 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 10W (10W wired).
Yes, the TCL 406 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The TCL 406 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the TCL 406 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Yes, the TCL 406 has stereo speakers.
The TCL 406 ships with Android 13.
The TCL 406 uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
The TCL 406 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
The TCL 406 has 5.1, A2DP, LE.
