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Manufacturer codeT433D2ALCA112-1
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About the TCL 501
TCL T433D2ALCA112-1 is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 15.2 cm (6"); internal storage capacity: 32 GB; mobile network generation: 4G; operating system installed: Android 14. This entry covers manufacturer code T433D2ALCA112-1. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 15.2 cm (6") display is specified at 540 x 1092 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.
- Screen size
- 15.2 cm (6")
- Screen resolution
- 540 x 1092 pixels
- Processor family
- MediaTek
- Processor model
- Helio G36
- Memory (RAM)
- 2 GB
- Storage capacity
- 32 GB
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TCL 501 specifications
Manufacturer code: T433D2ALCA112-1 · Icecat product 118584868 · Checked 24 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 15.2 cm (6") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 540 x 1092 pixels |
| Processor family | MediaTek |
| Processor model | Helio G36 |
| Memory (RAM) | 2 GB |
| Storage capacity | 32 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 4G |
| Rear camera resolution | 5 MP |
| Battery capacity | 3000 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 14 |
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Display5 details
| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Panel type | IPS |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1000:1 |
| Display brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
Processor, memory & storage10 details
| Processor architecture | ARM Cortex-A53 |
|---|---|
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor frequency | 2.2 GHz |
| Coprocessor | Yes |
| Coprocessor frequency | 1.6 GHz |
| Coprocessor architecture | ARM Cortex-A53 |
| Coprocessor cores | 4 |
| Virtual RAM (max) | 2 GB |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Graphics card | IMG GE8320 |
Camera, image & video15 details
| Rear camera sensor size | 1/5" |
|---|---|
| Rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Rear camera pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 76° |
| Rear camera lens elements | 3-element lens |
| Front camera lens elements | 2-element lens |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Front camera aperture number | 2.8 |
| Front camera pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Front camera field of view (FOV) angle | 61.4° |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1280x720@30fps, 1920x1080@30fps |
| Video recording modes | 720p, 1080p |
| Rear camera type | Single camera |
Connections & wireless9 details
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
|---|---|
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| USB port | Yes |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
Power & battery3 details
| Battery recharge time | 5.5 h |
|---|---|
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
Controls & features1 detail
| Voice over LTE (VoLTE) supported | Yes |
|---|
Design & dimensions7 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Colour name | Prime Black |
| Width | 74.9 mm |
| Depth | 9.65 mm |
| Height | 156.5 mm |
| Weight | 180 g |
Further product details15 details
| Native aspect ratio | 18:9 |
|---|---|
| Maximum memory card size | 512 GB |
| 3G standards | HSPA+ |
| 4G standard | LTE |
| 5G standard | Not supported |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| Assisted GPS (A-GPS) | Yes |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
Packaging & supplied accessories6 details
| Country of origin | China |
|---|---|
| Package width | 89 mm |
| Package depth | 60 mm |
| Package height | 172 mm |
| Package weight | 380 g |
| Cables included | USB Type-C |
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What is the listed display diagonal for TCL 501?
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What is the listed display resolution for TCL 501?
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