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TCL 605
SKU
D-TL605
Experience the TCL 605 – Sleek Design, Powerful Performance, and All-Day Battery Life in One Affordable Smartphone.
Join Tesco Mobile and take your UK data, minutes and texts with you to 48 destinations across the EU and beyond – at no extra cost – with Home From Home. Whether you’re sharing pics in Paris or using maps in Madrid, you’ll stay connected. No setup, no stress, no scary bills – just roam like you’re at home.
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What destinations are included in Home From Home?
- Austria
- Azores
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Canary Islands
- Croatia
- Republic of Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Guernsey
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland (Republic of)
- Isle of Man
- Jersey
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Madeira
- Malta
- Martinique
- Mayotte
- Monaco
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Reunion
- Romania
- San Marino
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- St. Martin
- St. Barts
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Vatican City
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What's in the Box
The TCL 605 5G smartphone, SIM card eject tool, quick start guide and USB Type-C data cable without power adapter. If you need a power adapter, you can purchase one separately from our accessories range.
TCL 605 5G Features:
Vibrant Display
Immerse Yourself in a 6.67'' HD+ Display. The TCL 605’s vibrant IPS screen delivers crisp visuals, smooth scrolling, and a cinematic 20:9 aspect ratio, perfect for streaming, gaming, and everyday browsing.
Dual Stereo Speakers
Feel the Sound with Dual Stereo Speakers — TCL 605 delivers immersive audio with crisp, balanced stereo output. Whether you're streaming, gaming, or on a call, enjoy rich, room-filling sound that keeps you engaged wherever you are.
Capture Every Detail
Capture Every Detail with a 50MP AI Camera. The TCL 605 features a high-resolution 50MP main lens with f/1.8 aperture and depth sensor for stunning portraits, plus a 5MP front camera for crisp selfies and smooth 1080p video recording.
All Day Power
Power Through Your Day with a 5200mAh Battery — The TCL 605 packs a long-lasting 5200mAh Li-Ion battery with 18W fast charging, keeping you connected, entertained, and productive from morning to night without reaching for the charger.
Store More
Store More with 128GB Built-In Storage — The TCL 605 offers ample space for your apps, photos, videos, and files with 128GB of internal storage, expandable to 8GB. Enjoy smooth performance and keep everything you need right at your fingertips.
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No EU Roaming fees.
Take your UK data, minutes and texts with you to 48 destinations across the EU and beyond – at no extra cost – with Home From Home. Whether you’re sharing pics in Paris or using maps in Madrid, you’ll stay connected. No setup, no stress, no scary bills – just roam like you’re at home.
Super speeds, clear connection
We share O2’s network, giving you 99% coverage across the UK on 4G. And with 5G, you’ll get an even faster, even more reliable connection.
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Unbeatable value with Clubcard
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Motherboard
Chipset MediaTek G81
Battery
Battery capacity 5200mAh
Charge time (hours) 2.3
Fast charge Yes - 18W
Usage time Up to 2 days
Body
Depth (mm) 8.34
Dust resistant Yes - IP54
Height (mm) 165.6
SIM type Dual SIM
Water resistant Yes - IP54
Weight (g) 190g
Width (mm) 76.2
Connectivity
Bluetooth Yes - 5.1
Location services Glonass
Beidou
Galileo
Beidou
Galileo
Near Field Communication (NFC) Yes
Wi-Fi (WLAN) Yes
Wi-Fi Direct Yes
Processor
CPU speed Up to 2GHz
GPU Arm Mali-G52 MC2
Model Arm Cortex-A75
Arm Cortex-A55
Arm Cortex-A55
Octa Core Yes
Display
Aspect ratio 20:9
Brightness 480 nits
Colour gamut 69.3% NTSC
Contrast ratio 1500:1
Display type IPS LCD
HD Ready / Full HD / Ultra HD HD+
Pixels per inch 263PPI
Refresh rate 90Hz
Resolution 720x1600
Size (inches) 6.7
Touch screen Yes
Messaging
Email Yes
IM Yes - app required
Multimedia messages Yes
Text messages Yes
Network
3G Yes
4G Yes
5G No
VoLTE (4G calling in UK) Yes
Sensors
Accelerometer Yes
Proximity sensor Yes
Memory
Card max size 2TB
Card slot microSDXC slot
Device memory Up to 256GB
Expandable memory 10GB RAM expansion
RAM 8GB
Speed 1800MHz
Camera
Additional features 2-in-1 Main and Macro rear lenses
AI scene detection
Auto Capture
Burst
Face Beautification
Face detection
Group selfie
HDR
Light Trace
Panorama
PRO (Pro-Mode)
AI scene detection
Auto Capture
Burst
Face Beautification
Face detection
Group selfie
HDR
Light Trace
Panorama
PRO (Pro-Mode)
HD video recording 1080p@30fps
Main camera resolution (MP) 50
Number of cameras 2
Primary camera Hybrid rear camera
Secondary camera Selfie camera
Front camera
Aperture f/2.2
HD video recording Yes
Number of cameras 1
Pixel size 1.12μm
Resolution (max MP) 5
Rear camera
Aperture f/1.8
Autofocus Yes - PDAF
Field of vision (FOV) 79.4°
Flash Yes
Pixel size 0.7μm
Resolution (max MP) 50
Features
A-GPS Yes
Document viewer Yes
General features Torch light
Gesture controls Yes - camera
GPS Yes
Loudspeaker Yes
Music player Yes
Noise reduction Multi-Frame De-noise
Video calling Yes - app required
Video player Yes
Voice recording Yes
Web browser Yes
Security
Facial recognition Yes
Fingerprint sensor Yes
Warranty
Device warranty 24 months
Sound
Audio details Dual stereo speakers
Key Information
Physical SIM type 2x Nano-SIM
Interfaces/Ports
Headphone/Microphone Yes
USB port 1x USB-C 2.0
Software
Operating system Android 15
Audio and Video
Audio Playing Format AAC, HE-AAC v1, HE-AAC v2, AMR, AWB, MIDI, MP3, OGG VORBIS, WAV (Alaw/Ulaw), WAV(Raw), FLAC, OPUS
Video Playing Format H.263, MPEG2, MPEG4, H.264, H.265, VP8, VP9
No EU Roaming fees
Take your UK data, minutes and texts with you to 48 destinations across the EU and beyond – at no extra cost – with Home From Home.
Super speeds, clear connection
We share O2’s network, giving you 99% coverage across the UK on 4G. And with 5G, you’ll get an even faster, even more reliable connection.
Clubcard Prices – Frozen for your contract
If you take out one of our exclusive Clubcard Price deals, we’ll freeze your basic monthly usage price for the length of your contract.
Unbeatable value with Clubcard
No other network gives you a Clubcard point for every pound you spend, so you can save on your monthly phone bill, the cost of a new phone or Tesco shopping.
Make money, reduce waste
Trade in your old phone or tablet and get money or a Tesco voucher in exchange. Instead of your device ending up in landfill, you’ll be putting it to good use.
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TCL 605 FAQs:
What was the TCL 605 release date?
The TCL 605 was released on the 1st June 2025Is the TCL 605 a good phone?
Overall, the TCL 605 is a fantastic budget-friendly option with strong battery life, a capable camera, and a smooth display, making it a great choice for users looking for reliability and value.Is the TCL 605 a budget phone?
Yes, the TCL 605 is considered a budget phone, though it offers great value for its features. This makes it an excellent choice for those looking for a reliable and affordable smartphone without compromising on essential functionalities.Does the TCL 605 have AI features?
Yes, the TCL 605 does include AI features! One of the key AI capabilities is AI scene detection in the camera, which can recognize up to 22 different scenes and automatically optimize settings for the best possible photo. This includes scenes like blue skies, lush greenery, pets, and more. Additionally, the phone uses AI to enhance performance and battery life, ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient power management.Does the TCL 605 have dual-sim?
Yes, the TCL 605 is a dual SIM phone that supports two SIM cards simultaneously.Is the TCL 605 an Android phone?
Yes, the TCL 605 is an Android smartphone. It runs on Android 14 (Go edition), which is a lighter version of Android designed for entry-level devices to ensure smooth performance and efficient use of resources.Is the TCL 605 waterproof?
The TCL 605 is not fully waterproof, but it does have basic water and dust resistance and carries an IP54 rating.
This makes it splash-proof and dust-resistant, suitable for everyday use like light rain or accidental splashes, but not for submersion in water or heavy exposure.How much RAM does the TCL 605 have?
The TCL 605 comes with 4 GB of RAM. But also has the capability of + 10GB RAM expansion. Essentially, the TCL 605's 10GB RAM expansion feature is a way to borrow from storage to temporarily increase the device's RAM capacity, leading to a more fluid user experience, especially when handling demanding tasks or multiple applications.Does the TCL 605 have a 120hz refresh rate?
The TCL 605 features a 90Hz refresh rate display, not 120Hz. This 90Hz refresh rate still offers smoother scrolling and animations compared to standard 60Hz displays, especially in this affordable price range.Does the TCL 605 have biometric security
Yes, the TCL 605 includes biometric security features:
Face Unlock and a Fingerprint sensor: Located on the side, allowing you to unlock the phone securely and quickly