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General| Color name | Starlight Black |
|---|---|
| Form factor | Bar |
| Product color | Black |
| Housing material | Plastic |
| User memory | 44 GB |
| RAM capacity | 4 GB |
| Memory card slot type | Hybrid slot |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
| Maximum memory card size | 1000 GB |
| Internal storage capacity | 64 GB |
| Screen shape | Flat |
| Pixel density | 269 ppi |
| Display diagonal | 6.6 \ |
| Display brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| Display resolution | 720 x 1612 pixels |
| Native aspect ratio | 20:9 |
| Maximum refresh rate | 90 Hz |
| Rounded display corners | Yes |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1200:1 |
| Talk time (3G) | - h |
| Battery voltage | 5 V |
| Battery capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Battery recharge time | 3 h |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| Rear camera type | Triple camera |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Maximum frame rate | 30 fps |
| 3D depth front camera | No |
| Rear camera pixel size | 0.64 µm |
| Front camera pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Rear camera sensor size | 1/2.76 \ |
| Front camera sensor size | 1/4 \ |
| Macro camera sensor size | 0.2 \ |
| Rear camera lens elements | 5-element lens |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.8 |
| Front camera aperture number | 2 |
| Second rear camera pixel size | 1.75 µm |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Rear camera resolution (numeric) | 50 MP |
| Second rear camera lens elements | 3-element lens |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 8 MP |
| Macro camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2.4 |
| Rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 74.2 ° |
| Front camera field of view (FOV) angle | 80.6 ° |
| Third rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 88.8 ° |
| Second rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 85 ° |
| Speakers | Mono |
| Audio formats supported | AAC, ADPCM, AMR-NB, AMR-WB, APE, FLAC, MIDI, MP3, Vorbis, WAV |
| Video formats supported | H.264, HEVC, MPEG4, VP8, VP9 |
| 4G standard | - |
| 3G standards | HSPA+ |
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
| SIM card capability | Hybrid Dual SIM |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor model | 700 |
| Processor family | MediaTek Dimensity |
| Processor frequency | 2.2 GHz |
| Processor architecture | ARM Cortex-A76+Cortex-A55 |
| Graphics card | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Country of origin | China |
| Platform | Android |
| Operating system installed | Android 12 |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 8.99 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 75.4 mm |
| Height | 164.46 mm |
| Weight | 192 g |
| Package depth | 59 mm |
| Package width | 172 mm |
| Package height | 50 mm |
| Package weight | 342.4 g |
Provides a visual guide to the phone's hardware components and their functions.
Covers initial setup, including SIM card insertion and powering the device on/off.
Explains navigation and customization of the phone's main interface and touchscreen gestures.
Details how to use the onscreen keyboard for typing and text editing.
Guides on launching the camera, taking photos, recording videos, and using various camera modes and settings.
Instructions on viewing, managing, and editing photos and videos stored on the device.
Explains how to play music files stored on the phone or microSD card.
Covers making and receiving calls, managing call logs, and using voicemail.
Details on viewing, adding, editing, and managing contacts, including favorites.
Guides on sending and receiving text (SMS) and multimedia (MMS) messages.
Instructions on using the Calendar app to track appointments and create events.
How to use the built-in clock for alarms, timers, and checking time in different cities.
Guide on using the Calculator app for basic and scientific calculations.
Introduction to specific TCL applications like NXTVISION and Support Centre.
Mentions preinstalled applications and how to download third-party apps via Google Play Store.
Overview of preinstalled Google apps like Gmail, Maps, YouTube, Photos, etc.
Instructions on connecting to Wi-Fi networks, adding new networks, and forgetting saved networks.
Steps for turning on Bluetooth, pairing devices, and renaming the phone's Bluetooth name.
Configuration of SIM cards, mobile networks, and data roaming settings.
Managing Aeroplane mode, Hotspot & tethering, and data usage settings.
Customizing home apps, wallpapers, and theme styles for the home and lock screens.
Adjusting brightness, colour modes, refresh rate, font size, and status bar settings.
Refers to TCL apps section for details on NXTVISION features for screen enhancement.
Customizing ringtones, notification sounds, alarm sounds, and Do Not Disturb mode.
Configuring notification settings for apps, including blocking and hiding sensitive content.
Setting up system navigation, gestures, and power key functions for convenient use.
Exploring features like Smart App Recommend and One-handed mode for enhanced user experience.
Optimizing phone performance, managing storage, battery, and security threats.
Setting up screen lock methods like PIN, pattern, fingerprint, and face unlock.
Managing app permissions for device location access.
Setting app permissions for privacy protection, and managing Google activity data.
Configuring emergency information, contacts, and SOS features for personal safety.
Managing installed applications, data usage, permissions, and special app access.
Checking and managing the phone's storage space.
Adding, managing, and synchronizing various accounts like Google and email.
Monitoring phone usage time and setting parental controls for children's usage.
Configuring Google account and service settings for optimal phone functionality.
Customizing accessibility plug-ins for users with specific needs.
Viewing system information, updating software, managing apps, language, date, and time.
Instructions on how to update the phone's software wirelessly using FOTA.
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