NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The TCL K70 is the better choice for anyone seeking a smoother display and a stabilized main camera: it has 120 Hz and optical image stabilization, versus 90 Hz and no stabilization on the TCL 605. It also leads in performance, with a MediaTek Helio G100 and 429,000 points in AnTuTu v11, against the 605’s MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra and 245,076 points in AnTuTu v10. The overall gap is clear: their scores are 5.5 and 4.7, respectively.
The TCL 605 suits anyone who needs more memory: its 8 GB RAM and 256 GB maximum storage double the K70’s 4 GB and 128 GB. Its main camera records video at 2K at 30 fps, while the K70 reaches 1080p at 30 fps; the K70, however, adds optical image stabilization and slow motion. For protection, the K70 has IP64 and the 605 has IP54.
For battery features, the 605 adds reverse charging, while the K70 charges at 33 W versus 18 W. The K70 also has Bluetooth 6.0 versus Bluetooth 5.1, and Android 16 versus Android 15. The 605 is the alternative for anyone prioritizing more RAM, storage, or reverse charging; the K70 is a better fit for smoothness, performance, and camera stabilization.
TCL K70
The TCL K70 is the better buy for anyone seeking a 120 Hz display, optical image stabilization, and a MediaTek Helio G100.
TCL 605
The TCL 605 is the better buy for anyone who needs 8 GB RAM, 256 GB of storage, or reverse charging.
The verdict
Your pick: TCL K70, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware, Camera and Connectivity. Unless Battery & charging decides it for you.
| Category | K70 | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.7 | 5.1 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.2 | 3.1 |
| Camera | 5.4 | 3.8 |
| Connectivity | 6.4 | 6.0 |
| Battery & charging | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Which one is for you?
TCL K70, if you care about…
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 6.0
- against Bluetooth 5.1
- Display Refresh Rate
- 120 Hz
- against 90 Hz
- Peak Display Brightness
- 750 nits
- against 480 nits
- Resistance Features
- IP64
- against IP54
TCL 605, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 8 GB
- against 4 GB
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- against 128 GB
- Battery Endurance
- 49 h 7 min
- against 46 h
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | K70 | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio G100 | MediaTek Helio G81 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm Best value | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | — |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz Best value | 2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 429,000 | — |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A75 cores at 2.0 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | — |
| RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | — |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | — |
Design
| Specification | K70 | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Blue, Grey | Black, White, Blue |
| Body Thickness | 8.3 mm | 8.3 mm |
| Body Width | 79.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Body Height | 167.7 mm | 165.6 mm |
| Weight | 190 g | 190 g |
| Usable Surface | 85 % | 85.9 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic, Leather Best value | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP64 Best value | IP54 |
| Drop Resistance Class | B | B |
| Repairability Class | B | B |
| Drop Test Count | 180 | 180 |
Battery
| Specification | K70 | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | A Best value | B |
| Battery Capacity | 5,200 mAh | 5,200 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | — |
| Fast Charge Power | 33 W Best value | 18 W |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included | Fast Charging |
| Battery Endurance | 46 h | 49 h 7 min Best value |
| Charge cycles | 1,000 | 1,000 |
Display
| Specification | K70 | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 750 nits Best value | 480 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.75″ Best value | 6.7″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,570 px | 1,600 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 256 ppi | 262 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz Best value | 90 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | — |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,500 :1 | — |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, DCI-P3, Curved Glass, Gorilla Glass 7i, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Mohs Level 5, IPS LCD |
Sensors
| Specification | K70 | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | K70 | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer |
Software
| Specification | K70 | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 16 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 Best value | 15 |
| OS Update Support | 6 years | — |
| Google Services | Yes | — |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | K70 | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B26, LTE B28, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, 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 Direct |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 6.0 Best value | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS Best value | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0 |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 650 Mbps | — |
| Max. upload speed | 150 Mbps | — |
Audio
| Specification | K70 | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE | Stereo Speakers |
Technical
| Specification | K70 | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | T522A | T517D |
