TCL, the Chinese electronics manufacturer, has broadened its smartphone range with the introduction of the 50 Series lineup. First unveiled at CES 2024, TCL shared more details about these devices at MWC Barcelona, including their pricing and availability.
TCL 50 series specifications
A notable feature of the 50 Series is the inclusion of TCL’s NXTPAPER display technology in two models: the TCL 50 XL NXTPAPER 5G and the TCL 50 XE NXTPAPER 5G.
TCL claims this technology brings the benefits of e-ink displays, known for their paper-like quality and reduced glare, to standard smartphone screens. This aims to minimize eye strain for users.
In addition to the NXTPAPER models, the TCL 50 Series includes five other smartphones— TCL 50 XL 5G, 50 XE 5G, 50 5G, 50 SE 5G, and the budget-friendly TCL 50 LE 5G.
The TCL 50 XL 5G and 50 XL NXTPAPER 5G are essentially the same smartphones, differing only in the inclusion of NXTPAPER technology. They offer expansive 6.8-inch displays with 120Hz refresh rates for smooth visuals, powered by the MediaTek 23E+ chipset and featuring a 50MP main camera in their triple-lens setup.
Similarly, the TCL 50 XE 5G and TCL 50 XE NXTPAPER 5G follow a similar pattern, featuring a 6.6-inch 90Hz display with a hole-punch cutout for the front camera. These models utilize the MediaTek 6835 23E+ chipset and include a 50MP main camera paired with a 5MP ultrawide lens.
While the 50 5G sacrifices camera quality for affordability, the 50 SE targets entertainment enthusiasts with its large screen, 12GB of RAM, and powerful dual speakers. For those seeking budget options, the 50 LE offers a slightly smaller display, less RAM, and a smaller battery compared to other models.
Price
In terms of pricing, TCL aims to position the TCL 50 LE 5G as a super-budget option at around $100. The TCL 50 XL NXTPAPER 5G will be priced under $229, while the non-NXTPAPER TCL 50 XL 5G will remain under $169.
Similarly, the standard TCL 50 XE 5G will be offered under $149, and the NXTPAPER version will be priced under $199.
The standard TCL 50 XL 5G is set to arrive at Metro by T-Mobile in Q2 2024, with the NXTPAPER model launching on TCL’s website in Q3 2024. Both TCL 50 XE variants are also scheduled to launch in Q3 2024.
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