TCL 306 vs TCL 60R 5G

Our Verdict: TCL 60R 5G pulls ahead for camera resolution thanks to a 50MP rear camera beside 13MP, plus an 8MP front camera versus 5MP. There is still a sensible reason to pick TCL 306: a 6.52" screen matters when its design or price matters more. In short, TCL 60R 5G is for a higher-resolution rear camera; TCL 306 is for saving money or keeping to that design.
TCL 306 TCL 306 vs TCL 60R 5G TCL 60R 5G
Screen
6.52" 6.7"
Display
IPS LCD IPS LCD, 120Hz
Resolution
720 x 1600 720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch
269 262
Rear Camera
13 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G25 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
Battery
5,000 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage
32GB, 64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS
Android 12 Android 15
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
165.2 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm
Weight
190 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts
- £8.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£80.00 -

Prices updated 26 July 2026

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TCL 306 TCL 306 TCL 60R 5G TCL 60R 5G
Screen 6.52" 6.7"
Display IPS LCD IPS LCD, 120Hz
Resolution 720 x 1600 720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch 269 262
Rear Camera 13 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset MediaTek Helio G25 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
Battery 5,000 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage 32GB, 64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS Android 12 Android 15
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 165.2 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm
Weight 190 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts - £8.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £80.00 -
Prices updated 26 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

TCL 306
TCL 306

32GB

Grey

Refurbished

From £80

TCL 60R 5G
TCL 60R 5G

24 Months

128GB

Space Grey

1GB

Data

£8.79 per month, £29 upfront.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the TCL 306 or TCL 60R 5G?

The TCL 60R 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the TCL 306's 6.5", both screens are similarly sharp at around 269 pixels per inch, and the TCL 306 uses a IPS LCD panel while the TCL 60R 5G has a IPS LCD, 120Hz.

Which has the better camera, the TCL 306 or TCL 60R 5G?

The TCL 306 features a 13 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL 60R 5G has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the TCL 306 and TCL 60R 5G?

The TCL 306 is available in 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, while the TCL 60R 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the TCL 306 and TCL 60R 5G use?

The TCL 306 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G25, while the TCL 60R 5G uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6300.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the TCL 306 or TCL 60R 5G?

The TCL 306 is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (190 grams vs 190 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 165.2 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm, the TCL 60R 5G is slimmer at 8.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the TCL 306 or TCL 60R 5G?

The TCL 306 is rated Not rated, while the TCL 60R 5G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the TCL 306 and TCL 60R 5G run?

The TCL 306 runs Android 12 and the TCL 60R 5G runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.