[ TCL ]
Smartphones
TCL 501
Overall Score
30/100
Key Technical Specifications
Processor (CPU)
79863
Graphics (GPU)
15894
[ EXPERT VERDICT · SUMMARY ]
TCL 501 is an engineering-tested smartphones achieving an overall rating of 30/100. It is positioned for balanced everyday compute and power efficiency.
Benchmark Performance Scores
Normalized 0–100 Scale
DeviceBenchmark Score
Rating: Poor
30/100
Gaming
Rating: Poor
10/100
Performance
Rating: Poor
13/100
Detailed Technical Specifications
Battery
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 3000 mAh |
| Fast charging | No |
| Max charge power | 10 W |
| Replaceable | No |
| Reverse charging | No |
| Wireless charging | No |
Benchmarks
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| CPU | 79863 |
| Data manipulation | 3284 |
| GPU | 15894 |
| Memory | 49532 |
| Multi-core score | 840 |
| Photo editing | 8255 |
| Single-core score | 221 |
| Total score | 203105 |
| UX | 57816 |
| Video editing | 3145 |
| Web score | 4956 |
| Writing score | 4465 |
Connectivity
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 |
| 3G network | WCDMA B1/B2/B5/B8 |
| 4G network | LTE B1/3/5/7/8/20/26/28/38/40/41 (2496-2690MHz) |
| 5G support | No |
| Bluetooth features | LE |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo |
| Hybrid slot | No |
| Infrared port | No |
| LTE Cat* | 4 |
| Multi SIM mode | Standby |
| NFC* | No |
| Number of SIM* | 2 |
| Type of SIM card | Nano |
| USB features | - Charging- USB-Storage mode |
| USB type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 2 |
| Wi-Fi features | - Dual Band- Wi-Fi Direct- Wi-Fi Hotspot- Wi-Fi Display |
| Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) |
| eSIM support* | No |
Design and build
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Colors | Black, Blue |
| Fingerprint scanner | No |
| Frame material | Plastic |
| Height | 156.5 mm (6.16 inches) |
| Rear material | Plastic |
| Thickness | 9.7 mm (0.38 inches) |
| Waterproof | No |
| Weight | 178.5 g (6.3 oz) |
| Width | 74.9 mm (2.95 inches) |
Display
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Adaptive refresh rate | No |
| HDR support | No |
| Max rated brightness | 400 nits |
| PPI | 203 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Resolution | 540 x 1092 pixels |
| Screen protection | Tempered glass |
| Screen-to-body ratio | 78.7% |
| Size | 6 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD |
Main camera
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 1080p video recording | Up to 30FPS |
| 4K video recording | No |
| 8K video recording | No |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| Autofocus | Phase autofocus |
| Camera features | - |
| Flash | LED |
| Image resolution | 5 MP |
| Lenses | 1) Standard: 5 MP |
| Matrix | 5 megapixels |
| Slow motion | No |
| Stabilization | Digital |
| Zoom | Digital |
Memory
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Channels | 2 |
| Memory card | MicroSD |
| Memory card max size | Up to 512 GB |
| Memory clock | 1600 MHz |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X |
| RAM size | 2 GB |
| Storage size | 32 GB |
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 |
Other
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Announced | February 2024 |
| Bundled charger | Yes, 10 W |
| Category | Budget |
| Launch price (MSRP) | $70 |
| Release date | April 2024 |
| Sensors | - Accelerometer |
Performance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Architecture | - 4 cores at 1.8 GHz: Cortex-A53- 4 cores at 2.2 GHz: Cortex-A53 |
| CPU cores | 8 (4 + 4) |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G36 |
| FLOPS | ~43.5 GFLOPS |
| GPU clock | 680 MHz |
| GPU shading units | 32 |
| Graphics | PowerVR GE8320 |
| Lithography process | 12 nanometers |
| Manufacturing | TSMC |
| Max clock | 2200 MHz |
| Neural processor (NPU) | No |
Selfie camera
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Depth sensor (TOF 3D) | No |
| Megapixels | 2 megapixels |
| Video resolution | 720p at 30 FPS |
Software
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 |
| ROM | Go edition |
Sound
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | No |
| Headphone audio jack | Yes |
| Speakers | Mono |
Strengths & Limitations
Key Advantages
- Vibrant 540 x 1092 pixels screen providing consistent color accuracy for multimedia.
- Powered by MediaTek Helio G36 ensuring responsive multitasking, gaming throughput, and fluid app navigation.
- Equipped with a 3000 mAh battery optimized for full-day productivity.
Key Considerations
- Standard 60Hz panel refresh rate lacks the ultra-smooth motion of higher 120Hz displays.
- Modest 3000 mAh battery capacity may necessitate midday recharging under intensive screen-on time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DeviceBenchmark score of the TCL 501?
The TCL 501 scores 30/100 in DeviceBenchmark testing across our standardized benchmark suite.
Is the TCL 501 good for gaming?
The TCL 501 has a Gaming score of 10/100 in our benchmarks.
Methodology, Provenance & Verification
Score version 2026.1 · Data verified 2026-08-26 · Source: official manufacturer datasheets and standardized reproducible benchmark suites (Geekbench 6, Cinebench R24, 3DMark).