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Manufacturer codeT517D-2BLCA112
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About the TCL 605
TCL T517D-2BLCA112 is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 16.9 cm (6.67"); internal storage capacity: 128 GB; mobile network generation: 4G; operating system installed: Android 15. This entry covers manufacturer code T517D-2BLCA112. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 16.9 cm (6.67") display is specified at 720 x 1600 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
The listed maximum refresh rate is 90 Hz. A higher refresh rate can make scrolling and supported games look smoother. The rate used depends on the app and display settings, and can affect battery life.
- Screen size
- 16.9 cm (6.67")
- Screen resolution
- 720 x 1600 pixels
- Maximum refresh rate
- 90 Hz
- Processor family
- MediaTek
- Processor model
- Helio G81
- Memory (RAM)
- 4 GB
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TCL 605 specifications
Manufacturer code: T517D-2BLCA112 · Icecat product 130457450 · Checked 22 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
Key specifications
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| Screen size | 16.9 cm (6.67") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels |
| Maximum refresh rate | 90 Hz |
| Processor family | MediaTek |
| Processor model | Helio G81 |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB |
| Storage capacity | 128 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 4G |
| Rear camera resolution | 50 MP |
| Battery capacity | 5200 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 15 |
| NFC | Yes |
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Audio & listening4 details
| Frequency band | Dual-band |
|---|---|
| Number of microphones | 1 |
| Speakers | stereo |
| Audio formats supported | MIDI, AAC, MP3, AWB, HE-AAC, Vorbis, HE-AAC v2, WAV, OGG, OPUS, FLAC, AMR |
Display5 details
| Screen to body ratio | 91.08% |
|---|---|
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1500:1 |
| Display brightness | 480 cd/m² |
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
| Camera High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage7 details
| Processor architecture | ARM Cortex-A75+Cortex-A55 |
|---|---|
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor boost frequency | 2 GHz |
| Virtual RAM (max) | 8 GB |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
| Panorama | Yes |
| Graphics card | Mali-G52 MC2 |
Camera, image & video18 details
| Rear camera sensor size | 1/2.55" |
|---|---|
| Depth camera resolution (numeric) | 0.08 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.8 |
| Rear camera pixel size | 0.7 µm |
| Rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 79.4° |
| Rear camera lens elements | 5-element lens |
| Front camera lens elements | 3-element lens |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera sensor size | 1/5" |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
| Front camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Front camera pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1920x1080@30fps |
| Video recording modes | 1080p |
| Rear camera type | Dual camera |
| Video formats supported | H.264, VP8, MPEG2, VP9, H.265, MPEG4, H.263 |
Printing, scanning & paper1 detail
| Fingerprint resistant | Yes |
|---|
Connections & wireless10 details
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| SIM card ejector pin | Yes |
Power & battery10 details
| Fast charging | Yes |
|---|---|
| Battery recharge time | 2.1 h |
| Battery endurance in cycles | 1000 |
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
| USB Type-C required charging power (min) | 1 W |
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) | 18 W |
| Energy efficiency class | B |
| Energy efficiency scale | A to G |
| Battery endurance per cycle | 2947 min |
| AC adapter included | No |
Controls & features3 details
| Face detection | Yes |
|---|---|
| Voice over LTE (VoLTE) supported | Yes |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions10 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Blue |
| Colour name | Quartz Blue |
| Protection features | Dust resistant, Splash proof |
| Housing material | Silicone, Glass, Polycarbonate (PC) |
| Water and dust resistance (IP rating) | IP54 |
| Width | 76.2 mm |
| Depth | 8.34 mm |
| Height | 165.6 mm |
| Weight | 190 g |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| 4G bands supported | 2400,2500,2600 MHz |
|---|
Further product details24 details
| Native aspect ratio | 20:9 |
|---|---|
| Pixel density | 263 ppi |
| NTSC coverage (typical) | 69.3% |
| User memory | 103 GB |
| Maximum memory card size | 2 TB |
| Memory card slot type | Dedicated slot |
| Night mode | Yes |
| AI scene recognition | Yes |
| 3G standards | HSPA+ |
| 5G standard | Not supported |
| 3G data rate (max) | 42 Mbit/s |
| 4G data rate (max) | 150 Mbit/s |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Repeated free fall reliability class | B |
| Repairability class | B |
| Repairability index | 3.57 |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
Packaging & supplied accessories6 details
| Package width | 90 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 180 mm |
| Package height | 37 mm |
| Package weight | 300 g |
| Cables included | USB Type-C |
| Packaging content | PSI, RAM expansion label, Wrapping film |
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