Motorola Moto G 06 vs TCL 4042 S

Our Verdict: The hardware balance favours Motorola Moto G 06 rather than TCL 4042 S: Motorola Moto G 06's display is bigger, 6.88" against 2.8"; Motorola Moto G 06 is crisper by the numbers, with 260 PPI to 143; Motorola Moto G 06 has the larger stated cell, 5,200 mAh to 1,500 mAh. There are still reasons to choose TCL 4042 S: the lighter body is TCL 4042 S's, at 111 grams rather than 194 grams. Software is also a real split, with Motorola Moto G 06 on Android 15 and TCL 4042 S on Mocor (RTOS). Motorola Moto G 06 is the better fit for spec-led buyers, while TCL 4042 S is the more cautious spend.

Over a full contract, the 4042 S works out around £188 all-in, about £13 less than the Moto G 06.

Screen

6.88" 2.8"

Display

IPS LCD QVGA

Resolution

720 x 1640 240 x 320

Pixels Per Inch

260 143

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels N/A

Front Camera

8 Megapixels N/A

Chipset

Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm) UMS9117-L (T107)

Battery

5,200 mAh 1,500 mAh

Storage

64GB

Android 15 Mocor (RTOS)

SIM Type

Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano SIM

Connectivity

Up to 4G Up to 4G

Wi-Fi

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac -

Bluetooth

5.0 with A2DP 5.0

Dimensions

171.4 x 77.5 x 8.3 mm 137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm

Weight

194 grams 111 grams

Water Resistance

IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) Not rated

Contracts

£8.00/mo (£0.00 upfront) £7.50/mo (£0.00 upfront)

SIM-free

£79.00 -

Prices updated 27 July 2026

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	Motorola Moto G 06	TCL 4042 S
Screen	6.88"	2.8"
Display	IPS LCD	QVGA
Resolution	720 x 1640	240 x 320
Pixels Per Inch	260	143
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	N/A
Front Camera	8 Megapixels	N/A
Chipset	Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm)	UMS9117-L (T107)
Battery	5,200 mAh	1,500 mAh
Storage	64GB
OS	Android 15	Mocor (RTOS)
SIM Type	Nano SIM + Nano SIM	Nano SIM
Connectivity	Up to 4G	Up to 4G
Wi-Fi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac	-
Bluetooth	5.0 with A2DP	5.0
Dimensions	171.4 x 77.5 x 8.3 mm	137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm
Weight	194 grams	111 grams
Water Resistance	IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)	Not rated
Contracts	£8.00/mo £0.00 upfront	£7.50/mo £0.00 upfront
SIM-free	£79.00	-
Prices updated 27 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Moto G 06 or TCL 4042 S cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the TCL 4042 S is cheaper on contract at £188.16 over the life of the deal from £7.50 per month with £0.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto G 06 or TCL 4042 S?

The Motorola Moto G 06 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the TCL 4042 S's 2.8", the Motorola Moto G 06 has the sharper display at 260 pixels per inch versus 143, and the Motorola Moto G 06 uses a IPS LCD panel while the TCL 4042 S has a QVGA.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G 06 or TCL 4042 S?

The Motorola Moto G 06 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL 4042 S has a N/A rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What processors do the Motorola Moto G 06 and TCL 4042 S use?

The Motorola Moto G 06 is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm), while the TCL 4042 S uses the UMS9117-L (T107).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G 06 or TCL 4042 S?

The TCL 4042 S is the more portable of the two: it's 83g lighter at 111 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm, the Motorola Moto G 06 is slimmer at 8.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G 06 or TCL 4042 S?

The Motorola Moto G 06 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the TCL 4042 S is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Motorola Moto G 06 and TCL 4042 S run?

The Motorola Moto G 06 runs Android 15 and the TCL 4042 S runs Mocor (RTOS). This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.