The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | 40 XL | 40 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.7 | 5.8 |
| Performance & hardware | 3.1 | 3.1 |
| Camera | 3.8 | 3.8 |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Battery & charging | 5.4 | 5.4 |
Which one is for you?
TCL 40 SE, if you care about…
- Body Thickness
- 8.5 mm
- against 8.8 mm
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | 40 XL | 40 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio G37 | MediaTek Helio G37 |
| Processor Process Size | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | PowerVR GE8320 |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.3 GHz | 2.3 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 160,000 | 160,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 205 | 205 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 911 | 911 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A53 cores at 2.3 GHz and four Cortex-A53 cores at 1.8 GHz. | Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 and 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | 40 XL | 40 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Grey | Grey, Purple |
| Body Thickness | 8.8 mm | 8.5 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Body Height | 167.9 mm | 167.9 mm |
| Weight | 195 g | 190 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 85.6 % | 85.6 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic, Polycarbonate | Glass, Plastic, Polycarbonate |
Battery
| Specification | 40 XL | 40 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,010 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 18 W | 18 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable |
Display
| Specification | 40 XL | 40 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 900 nits | 900 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.75″ | 6.75″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,600 px | 1,600 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 260 ppi | 260 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | — | 90 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,500 :1 | 1,500 :1 |
| Display Features | Water Drop Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, Curved Glass, DCI-P3, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification | Water Drop Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Curved Glass, Frameless, DCI-P3, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification |
Sensors
| Specification | 40 XL | 40 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | 40 XL | 40 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Gravity Sensor, Light Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Gravity Sensor, Light Sensor |
Software
| Specification | 40 XL | 40 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 13 | Android 13 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 13 | 13 |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | 40 XL | 40 SE |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B21, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 4G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, Computer Sync, eSIM, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, VoWiFi, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, USB Type-C | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, NFC, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, FM Radio, Tethering, VoLTE, VoWiFi, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, USB Type-C |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
Audio
| Specification | 40 XL | 40 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers |
Technical
| Specification | 40 XL | 40 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | T608M | T610K |
