TCL 20 SE review

The TCL 20 SE lacks speed in many ways from performance to charging, but it looks nice and it has a gorgeous display, so it's good enough if you're on a tight budget.

Great display for the price; Looks good; Decent speakers;

Slow charging; Mediocre camera; Limited performance

TCL 20 SE Review

TCL announced its first branded lineup in 2020, but it’s long been a leader in the budget phone market: Besides creating white-label devices for carriers around the world, it's also sold its own products under the Alcatel, Blackberry, and Thomson brands. The TCL 20 SE ($189.99) proves just how well TCL understands frugal shoppers’ needs. It packs an incredible display, powerful performance, long-battery life, and a current, bloatware-free version of Android. The cameras are underwhelming, and there’s no NFC or fast charging, but these are minor issues compared to how much value you get for your money. Sublime Screen The 20 SE measures 6.8 by 3.0 by 0.4 inches (HWD) and weighs 7.3 ounces. It’s a big phone, but its weight is well balanced.  A 6.82-inch, 1,640-by-720-pixel LCD dominates the front of the phone. There’s a teardrop notch for the camera and a thick bottom bezel. The screen is bright and crisp, and you can tweak the color settings in the NXTVISION menu. Overall, the displ...

The TCL 20 SE’s impressive performance, stunning display, and all-day battery life make it a great pick for shoppers on a tight budget.

Bright and crisp display; Peppy performance; Long battery life

Lacks band 71 for T-Mobile customers; Mediocre cameras; Underwhelming speakers