TCL Ion X Smartphone offer exciting deals in the low price range. Typically, they offer fantastic perks that appeal to users in the budget and mid-range segments. TCL recently announced the TCL Ion X smartphone, which will be available exclusively in the United States beginning in January 2023. The device will have powerful features as well as a long battery life.
Aside from that, the phone can be purchased through metro by T mobile at a reasonable price. Because it is an entry-level phone, the display is average with only one colour variant. However, you will not have 5G connectivity; instead, the phone will only provide 4G connectivity. With that said, let’s move on to the TCL Ion X review to learn more about this phone. The phone will cost around $108 (Rs 8,990 in India) for the base model.
Specifications Table
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G25 |
| No of cores | 8 (octa core) |
| RAM | 3 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDR5X |
| Height-Width | 6.16in-2.96in |
| Weight | 177.4 grams |
| Resolution | 720 x 1440 pixels |
| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Colour Reproduction | 16M Colours |
| TouchScreen | Yes, Capacitive, Multi-Touch |
| Rear camera setup | Triple |
| Rear Camera | 13MP |
| Front camera | 5 MP |
| Flash | LED Rear flash |
| Video Resolution | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps |
| Camera Features | Auto FlashAuto FocusFace detectionTouch to focus |
| Battery Type and capacity | Li-ion, 3000 mAh |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 120W |
| Internal memory type | 32 GB eMMC 5.1 |
| Custom UI | No |
| SIM Configuration | Dual SIM |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth v5.1 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS |
| Fingerprint sensor | No |
| Other Sensor | Light SensorProximity SensorAccelerometerCompassGyroscope |
Design and Display
The TCL Ion X device appears standard at first glance, with a square camera module. The company only offers a single Black colour variant with extra texture on the back panel for grippy handling. The device, on the other hand, lacks a protective coating on the back panel. However, it’s optimistic to see that the company is offering something new and different.
In terms of overall construction, the back panel provides a lightweight body weighing 177 grams. With an 8.9 mm side panel, it appears to be quite immersive. However, there is no fingerprint scanner option on the side panel or the display. However, it’s encouraging to see that the company is offering a 6.0-inch IPS LCD panel.
On the other hand, the phone will provide good colours and an enjoyable viewing experience. Even though the screen has a 720p resolution limit, you can still watch HD content in some streaming apps. Despite this, the brightness levels are below average, and the 60Hz refresh rate provides only a standard touch response. The bezels on the front panel are quite thick overall.
Memory
The TCL Ion X’s performance is fairly standard, as it is powered by the 12nm Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 chipset. Overall, the processing power is adequate to support daily activities such as social media, content streaming, and casual gaming to some extent. Aside from that, the phone has a PowerVR GE8320 GPU, which provides average performance.
However, due to the processing cores’ limitations, we recommend that you do not expect higher performance. The phone’s processing speed is limited to 42.0GHz, which is considered average in the Android ecosystem. Hopefully, the TCL user interface includes stock Android features and a wide range of customization options, allowing users to easily create a dedicated interface that meets their needs.
Furthermore, you will receive email platform support for Apple Mail, Microsoft Exchange, Yahoo, Gmail, and others. In terms of storage, you get 32GB eMMC 5.1 internal storage, 3GB RAM support, and dedicated secondary storage that allows for storage expansion up to 512GB. It will allow users to externally store their multimedia data.
Camera
In terms of the camera, the TCL Ion X will have a decent 13MP primary lens that will be visible on the back panel. It will produce good colours and contrast, which will improve the overall photography and videography aspect to some extent. It will also enable users to easily capture their valuable life memories. Aside from that, you can rely on the software to capture more details in each shot. In addition, it will include an impressive native camera app with a variety of features, modes, and filter options. Aside from that, the daylight photos look great, with strong clarity. However, the lowlight images appear to be below current photography standards.
In any case, it’s encouraging to see that the company will include a 5MP selfie lens in the front. It will allow users to push the boundaries to some extent and provide immersive colours. There’s no denying that two out of ten images would produce acceptable results. Hopefully, both cameras will be able to record 1080p videos.
Battery
The battery configuration of TCL Ion X phones is noteworthy. Unlike most smartphones today, this phone will include a removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh Ion battery inside the cover, which you can replace at any time. Furthermore, you will receive more than four hours of screen time to complete your daily activities with ease.
A 10W charger with a Type C cable is included in the box to recharge the phone’s battery cell. In general, it takes up to an hour to fully charge the battery, which is quite good. Following that, the company added a 3.5 mm jack port to easily connect the headphone.
Verdict
The TCL Ion X smartphone offers an average set of features and specs that are quite good for the price point. As an entry-level phone, it has several flaws, but if you only need a phone for calling and basic social media use, it could be a great deal for you. However, it only provides 4G connectivity, which may be a major issue for many people.
In any case, you can select another device that will provide adequate value. Even now, the Tecno Spark 9T is a fantastic deal that you can consider in the meantime. We only recommend purchasing this phone if you are eligible for a discount. Finally, select the phone based on your needs.
