Motorola Moto G15 vs TCL 4042 S

Our Verdict: The main spec advantages over TCL 4042 S sit with Motorola Moto G15: Motorola Moto G15 gives you the larger screen at 6.72" versus 2.8"; Motorola Moto G15 has the sharper display at 392 PPI versus 143; Motorola Moto G15 lists the larger battery at 5,200 mAh versus 1,500 mAh. TCL 4042 S still has a useful counterpoint: TCL 4042 S is lighter at 111 grams versus 203 grams. Software is also a real split, with Motorola Moto G15 on Android and TCL 4042 S on Mocor (RTOS). Choose Motorola Moto G15 for the stronger feature mix; choose TCL 4042 S if the lower current cost matters more.

Over a full contract, the 4042 S works out around £188 all-in, about £69 less than the Moto G 15.

Screen

6.72" 2.8"

Display

IPS LCD QVGA

Resolution

1080 x 2400 240 x 320

Pixels Per Inch

392 143

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

128GB

Android Mocor (RTOS)

SIM Type

Nano SIM Nano SIM

Connectivity

Up to 4G Up to 4G

Wi-Fi

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac -

Bluetooth

5.0, A2DP, LE 5.0

Dimensions

165.7 x 76 x 8.8 mm 137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm

Weight

203 grams 111 grams

Water Resistance

IP54, dust and splash resistant Not rated

Contracts

£8.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £7.50/mo (£0.00 upfront)

SIM-free

£97.00 -

Prices updated 21 July 2026

Deals Deals

	Motorola Moto G15	TCL 4042 S
Screen	6.72"	2.8"
Display	IPS LCD	QVGA
Resolution	1080 x 2400	240 x 320
Pixels Per Inch	392	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	128GB
OS	Android	Mocor (RTOS)
SIM Type	Nano SIM	Nano SIM
Connectivity	Up to 4G	Up to 4G
Wi-Fi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac	-
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE	5.0
Dimensions	165.7 x 76 x 8.8 mm	137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm
Weight	203 grams	111 grams
Water Resistance	IP54, dust and splash resistant	Not rated
Contracts	£8.99/mo £9.00 upfront	£7.50/mo £0.00 upfront
SIM-free	£97.00	-
Prices updated 21 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Moto G15 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 G15 or TCL 4042 S?

The Motorola Moto G15 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the TCL 4042 S's 2.8", the Motorola Moto G15 has the sharper display at 392 pixels per inch versus 143, and the Motorola Moto G15 uses a IPS LCD panel while the TCL 4042 S has a QVGA.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G15 or TCL 4042 S?

The Motorola Moto G15 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 G15 and TCL 4042 S use?

The Motorola Moto G15 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 G15 or TCL 4042 S?

The TCL 4042 S is the more portable of the two: it's 92g lighter at 111 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm, the Motorola Moto G15 is slimmer at 8.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G15 or TCL 4042 S?

The Motorola Moto G15 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant, while the TCL 4042 S is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Motorola Moto G15 and TCL 4042 S run?

The Motorola Moto G15 runs Android 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.