Posted by Back in January, TCL introduced its seven-member 50 series at CES without detailed specifications or pricing. Now, nearly six months later, we have the full specs and US pricing for four of these devices.
TCL 50 XL NxtPaper 5G
The TCL 50 XL NxtPaper 5G features a 6.78-inch IPS LCD panel with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. This model is known for its reflection-free display with a special coating that helps protect the eyes. It comes with a 32MP front-facing camera housed in a punch-hole cutout.
Key Specifications:
- Display: 6.78-inch IPS LCD, FHD+, 120Hz
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
- RAM: 6GB
- Storage: 128GB (expandable via microSD up to 2TB)
- Rear Cameras: 50MP main, 5MP ultrawide, 2MP depth sensor
- Front Camera: 32MP
- Battery: 5,010mAh, 18W charging
- Operating System: Android 14
The TCL 50 XL NxtPaper 5G is available in Space Blue and retails for $229.
TCL 50 XL 5G
The TCL 50 XL 5G is similar to its NxtPaper sibling but lacks the NxtPaper finish. It shares the same chipset, cameras, battery, and charging specifications.
Key Specifications:
- Display: 6.78-inch IPS LCD, FHD+, 120Hz
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
- RAM: 6GB
- Storage: 128GB (expandable via microSD up to 2TB)
- Rear Cameras: 50MP main, 5MP ultrawide, 2MP depth sensor
- Front Camera: 32MP
- Battery: 5,010mAh, 18W charging
- Operating System: Android 14
The TCL 50 XL 5G comes in Slate Gray and is priced at $159.99.
TCL 50 XE 5G
The TCL 50 XE 5G features a 6.56-inch HD+ LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the Dimensity 6100+ chipset, coupled with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
Key Specifications:
- Display: 6.56-inch HD+ LCD, 90Hz
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
- RAM: 4GB
- Storage: 128GB (expandable via microSD)
- Rear Cameras: 50MP main, 5MP ultrawide, 2MP depth sensor
- Front Camera: 8MP
- Battery: 5,010mAh, 18W charging
- Operating System: Android 14
The TCL 50 XE 5G comes in Dark Blue and retails for $99.99 with a Verizon contract.
TCL 50 LE 5G
The TCL 50 LE 5G is the most affordable option in the lineup. It sports a 6.6-inch HD+ LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate and is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset, paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.
Key Specifications:
- Display: 6.6-inch HD+ LCD, 90Hz
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 700
- RAM: 4GB
- Storage: 64GB (expandable via microSD)
- Rear Cameras: 13MP main, 2MP macro, 2MP depth sensor
- Front Camera: 8MP
- Battery: 4,000mAh, 18W charging
- Operating System: Android 14
The TCL 50 LE 5G comes in Storm Gray and is available for $79.99 from Verizon.
Summary of TCL 50 Series Phones
| Model | Display | Processor | RAM | Storage | Rear Cameras | Front Camera | Battery | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 XL NxtPaper 5G | 6.78″ FHD+ IPS LCD, 120Hz | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | 6GB | 128GB | 50MP + 5MP ultrawide + 2MP depth | 32MP | 5,010mAh | $229 |
| 50 XL 5G | 6.78″ FHD+ IPS LCD, 120Hz | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | 6GB | 128GB | 50MP + 5MP ultrawide + 2MP depth | 32MP | 5,010mAh | $159.99 |
| 50 XE 5G | 6.56″ HD+ LCD, 90Hz | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | 4GB | 128GB | 50MP + 5MP ultrawide + 2MP depth | 8MP | 5,010mAh | $99.99 (Verizon) |
| 50 LE 5G | 6.6″ HD+ LCD, 90Hz | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | 4GB | 64GB | 13MP + 2MP macro + 2MP depth | 8MP | 4,000mAh | $79.99 (Verizon) |
These TCL 50 series phones cater to different user needs and budgets, offering a range of features from high-refresh-rate displays to powerful processors and versatile camera setups.