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TCL 40 SE

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Product Overview & In-Depth Story

Complete Editorial Analysis & Hardware Deep Dive

Introducing the TCL 40 SE, device showcases a 6.75 inches (17.15 cm) display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, delivering a visually stunning and immersive experience. It is offered in a variety of stylish colors, including Dark Gray, Twilight Purple. At the heart of the TCL 40 SE is the MediaTek Helio G37, paired with 4 GB RAM , providing a seamless user experience. The device features a Triple with a 50 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP main sensor for capturing high-quality photos, and a 8 MP selfie camera for perfect self-portraits. The TCL 40 SE runs on the Android v13, offering the latest features and a user-friendly interface. It houses a 5010 mAh battery, providing long-lasting power for all your needs. The TCL 40 SE supports a wide range of connectivity options, including wifi, bluetooth , Mass storage device, USB charging, A-GPS, Glonass, and 4G networks. It also offers Dual SIM, GSM+GSM SIM functionality, allowing you to manage two different network services with ease.
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Why Choose TCL 40 SE?

Verified Hardware Rating & Smart Buyer Guidance

Verified Hardware Index Full benchmark detail
Hardware Capability Rating Breakdown 3 Benchmark Rating Modes
1. Optics & Display RatingRing Gauge Mode
57
IPS LCD
50 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP
2. SoC Silicon & ThermalsGrade B
MediaTek Helio G3745 / 100
Thermal profile pendingSilicon index 45/100 · sustained 29/100
3. Power & Software GuaranteeEndurance Mode
Battery Endurance
19.2 Hours
OS Software Policy
4 Yrs OS
At A Glance Quick Specs
Released
1970-01-01
Base Price
$166.48
Battery Rating
5010 mAh
Camera System
50 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP
User Rating
★ — / 5.0

Why Choose TCL 40 SE Over Competitors?

vs. Closest premium rival Key Wins
  • Estimated 19.2 mixed-use endurance from the 5010 mAh cell — strong value vs premium-priced flagships.
  • Camera stack (50 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP) delivers capable day-to-day imaging without flagship price premiums.
vs. Ultra-budget alternative Key Wins
  • More capable camera processing for social content than entry-tier single-sensor phones.
  • Longer useful software window (~4 yrs OS policy estimate) than many disposable budget devices.
vs. Last-gen same brand Key Wins
  • Endurance profile (~19.2 h) stays competitive for all-day messaging and video.
  • Imaging stack improvements favor clearer day shots versus prior midrange sensors.
  • Current MediaTek Helio G37 efficiency is cleaner under load than typical last-gen midrange silicon.

Hardware Highlights & Flagship Features

Full benchmark detail
Next-Gen SoC Chipset

Powered by MediaTek Helio G37 — lab silicon grade Grade B (Overall Silicon Index 45/100, estimated) for everyday multitasking and gaming.

Display & Visual Stack

Visual / memory stack: IPS LCD · 4 GB RAM. Display Capability Index 31/100 for motion clarity and outdoor readability.

Computational Optics Array

Rear system 50 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP with front 8 MP for day-to-day and social capture (Camera Capability Index 79/100).

Active Day Endurance

Battery 5010 mAh targeting 19.2 h est. mixed use with ~18W charging.

Lab Performance & Benchmark Metrics

Full benchmark detail

Synthetic Performance Metrics

Overall Silicon Index45 / 100 est.
Single-Core Compute30 / 100 est.
Multi-Core Compute32 / 100 est.
Sustained Thermal Index29 / 100 est.

WeMobiles Hardware Capability Index

Camera Capability Index79 / 100 est.
Display Capability Index31 / 100 est.
Active Battery Endurance19.2 Hours

Scores marked est. are derived from catalog features and silicon tier models - not third-party lab certificates.

Live Retailer Price Matrix

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Price History & Trend Analysis

Current Best Price
$166.48
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Launch Price
$166.48
MSRP at Announcement
Total Price Savings
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Average Price
$166.48
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Full Technical Specifications

Verified Hardware Index & Lab Tested Benchmarks

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Key Features

7 Verified Specifications
Ram
4 GB
Storage
128 GB
Display
6.75 inches (17.15 cm)
Processor Key Feature
MediaTek Helio G37
Battery
5010 mAh
Rear Camera
50 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP
Selfie Camera
8 MP

Design & Build

13 Verified Specifications
Dimensions Key Feature
167.9 mm × 76.5 mm × 8.4 mm
Sim Slot
Dual SIM, GSM+GSM
Sim Size
Nano-SIM1,Nano-SIM2
Height
167.9 mm
Width
76.5 mm
Thickness
8.4 mm
Weight
190 grams
Build Material
Back: Plastic
Colours
Dark Gray, Twilight Purple
Sim One
4G Bands TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) /
Sim Two
4G Bands TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) /
Water Proof
Not Available
Ruggedness
Not Available

Display

11 Verified Specifications
Display
6.75 inches (17.15 cm)
Screen Size
6.75 inches (17.15 cm)
Screen Resolution TECH_INDEX
720 x 1600 pixels
Aspect Ratio
20-9
Bezel Less Display
Yes with waterdrop notch
Pixel Density
260 ppi
Display Type Key Feature
IPS LCD
Screen Protection
Not Available
Touch Screen
Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch
Screen To Body Ratio Brand
90 %
Screen To Body Ratio Calculated
85.64 %

Performance

10 Verified Specifications
Ram
4 GB
Processor
MediaTek
Cpu TECH_INDEX
Octa core (2.3 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A53 + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A53)
Fabrication
12 nm
Model
Not Available
Operating System
Android v13
Custom Ui
Not Available
Chipset Key Feature
MediaTek Helio G37
Architecture
64 bit
Graphics TECH_INDEX
PowerVR GE8320

Storage

3 Verified Specifications
Storage Key Feature
128 GB
Expandable Memory
Yes, Up to 1 TB
User Available Storage
Not Available

Rear Camera

14 Verified Specifications
Rear Camera Key Feature
50 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP
Camera Setup
Triple
Resolution TECH_INDEX
50 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle (79° field-of-view), Primary Camera(26 mm focal length, 2.55" sensor size, 0.7µm pixel size)2 MP f/2.4
Sensor
Not Available
Autofocus
Yes, Phase Detection autofocus
Physical Aperture
Not Available
Optical Image Stabilisation
Not Available
Flash
Yes, LED Flash
Image Resolution TECH_INDEX
8150 x 6150 Pixels
Setting
Exposure compensation, ISO control
Shooting Modes
Continuous ShootingHigh Dynamic Range mode (HDR)
Camera Features
Digital ZoomAuto FlashFace detectionTouch to focus
Video Recording
1920x1080 @ 30 fps
Video Recording Features
Not Available

Selfie Camera

8 Verified Specifications
Front Camera Key Feature
8 MP
Front Cemera Setup
Single
Front Resolution TECH_INDEX
8 MP f/2.0, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(26 mm focal length, 4.0" sensor size, 1.12µm pixel size)
Front Sensor
Not Available
Front Autofocus
Yes, Phase Detection autofocus
Front Physical Aperture
Not Available
Front Flash
Yes, LED Flash
Front Video Recording
1920x1080 @ 30 fps

Battery

6 Verified Specifications
Battery Key Feature
5010 mAh
Battery Removable
No
Quick Charging TECH_INDEX
Yes, Fast, 18W
Capactity
5010 mAh
User Replaceable
Not Available
Talktime
Not Available

General

22 Verified Specifications
Launch Date
1970-01-01
Fingerprint Sensor
Yes
Usb Otg Support
Not Available
Type
Li-Polymer
Network Support Key Feature
4G
Volte
Yes
Sar Value
Not Available
Wifi
Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
Wifi Features
Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot
Bluetooth
Yes, v5.1
Gps
Yes with A-GPS, Glonass
Nfc
Yes
Usb Connectivity
Mass storage device, USB charging
Usb Type C
Yes
Fm Radio
Not Available
Loudspeaker
Yes
Audio Jack
3.5 mm
Audio Features
Not Available
Fingerprint Sensor Position
Side
Fingerprint Sensor Type
Not Available
Other Sensors
Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer
Specs Score
7.2

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Head-To-Head Rival Comparison

Side-by-side spec showdown vs top market competitors

TCL 40 SE vs Lava Bold N2 Pro
SoC Processor: MediaTek Helio G37 vs Unisoc T7250
Camera: 50 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP vs 50 MP
Battery: 5010 mAh vs 5000 mAh
Price: $166.48 vs $0.00
Launch Side-By-Side Comparison
TCL 40 SE vs Ai+ Nova 2 Ultra 5G
SoC Processor: MediaTek Helio G37 vs MediaTek Dimensity 7400 MT6878
Camera: 50 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP vs 50 MP + 8 MP
Battery: 5010 mAh vs 6000 mAh
Price: $166.48 vs $183.59
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TCL 40 SE complete technical specification database, benchmark ratings, live price comparison matrix, and expert camera analysis. Engineered for high performance with MediaTek Helio G37, 6.75 inches (17.15 cm), and long-term catalog support.

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