TCL 605 4G vs TCL 60R 5G

Our Verdict: Comparing TCL 605 4G and TCL 60R 5G, the choice mostly comes down to simplicity versus camera hardware. The 605 4G gives you a 6.7-inch IPS LCD display at 262 PPI, a 50MP rear camera, and a 5MP front camera, while the 60R 5G is more appealing for a 6.7-inch IPS LCD display at 262 PPI, a 50MP rear camera, and an 8MP front camera. Choose the 605 4G for simplicity; choose the 60R 5G if camera hardware matters more.

The 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £170 over a typical contract, £70 less than the 5G.

Screen

6.7" 6.7"

Display

IPS LCD, 90Hz IPS LCD, 120Hz

Resolution

720 x 1600 720 x 1600

Pixels Per Inch

262 262

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels

Front Camera

5 Megapixels 8 Megapixels

Chipset

Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) MediaTek Dimensity 6300

Battery

5,010 mAh 5,200 mAh

Storage

128GB 128GB

Android 15 Android 15

SIM Type

Nano SIM + 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

5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE

Dimensions

165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm

Weight

190 grams 190 grams

Water Resistance

IP54, dust and splash resistant IP54, dust and splash resistant

Contracts

£5.04/mo (£49.00 upfront) £8.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)

SIM-free

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Deals Deals

	TCL 605 4G	TCL 60R 5G
Screen	6.7"	6.7"
Display	IPS LCD, 90Hz	IPS LCD, 120Hz
Resolution	720 x 1600	720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch	262	262
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	50 Megapixels
Front Camera	5 Megapixels	8 Megapixels
Chipset	Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)	MediaTek Dimensity 6300
Battery	5,010 mAh	5,200 mAh
Storage	128GB	128GB
OS	Android 15	Android 15
SIM Type	Nano SIM + 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	5.1 with A2DP, LE	5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions	165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm	165.6 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm
Weight	190 grams	190 grams
Water Resistance	IP54, dust and splash resistant	IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts	£5.04/mo £49.00 upfront	£8.79/mo £29.00 upfront
SIM-free	-	-
	Deals	Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the TCL 605 4G or TCL 60R 5G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the TCL 605 4G is cheaper on contract at £169.96 over the life of the deal from £5.04 per month with £49.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the TCL 605 4G or TCL 60R 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 262 pixels per inch, and the TCL 605 4G uses a IPS LCD, 90Hz panel while the TCL 60R 5G has a IPS LCD, 120Hz.

Which has the better camera, the TCL 605 4G or TCL 60R 5G?

The TCL 605 4G features a 50 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 605 4G and TCL 60R 5G?

The TCL 605 4G is available in 128GB, while the TCL 60R 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the TCL 605 4G and TCL 60R 5G use?

The TCL 605 4G is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm), while the TCL 60R 5G uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6300.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the TCL 605 4G or TCL 60R 5G?

They weigh about the same (190 grams vs 190 grams), both are similar in overall footprint.

Which is more water resistant, the TCL 605 4G or TCL 60R 5G?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the TCL 605 4G and TCL 60R 5G run?

Both phones run Android 15.