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Motorola Moto G22

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£102.00
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TCL 30 SE

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£126.00
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What's the difference between the Motorola Moto G22 and TCL 30 SE?

Motorola Moto G22 vs TCL 30 SE comes down to the chipset, front camera and weight. Refurbished, the Motorola Moto G22 starts at £102, £24 less than the TCL 30 SE.

Refurbished from

£102£126

Chipset

Mediatek Helio G37 MT6765V (12 nm)Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 (12 nm)

Front camera

16 megapixels8 megapixels

Weight

185 g190 g

Connector

USB-C + Jack 3.5mmUSB-C 2.0
  • Chipset: Mediatek Helio G37 MT6765V (12 nm) on the Motorola Moto G22, Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 (12 nm) on the TCL 30 SE.
  • The Motorola Moto G22 has a higher-resolution front camera: 16 megapixels vs 8 megapixels.
  • The Motorola Moto G22 has a lighter build: 185 g vs 190 g.

Motorola Moto G22 vs TCL 30 SE specs

The Motorola Moto G22 and TCL 30 SE share many features such as battery capacity, screen size, and storage options, making both suitable for everyday use. The Moto G22 offers a more powerful chipset and a higher resolution front camera, which is better for users who value smoother performance and clearer selfies. The TCL 30 SE has a slightly thicker and heavier build but matches the Moto G22 in main camera quality and memory. Both run Android, have dual SIM slots, and support microSDXC cards, fitting users who want flexibility in storage and network options. Your choice depends on whether you want a sharper front camera and stronger chipset or a slightly different physical size and connector specification.

Motorola Moto G22 vs TCL 30 SE price

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Storage

  • 64GBSold out
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Motorola Moto G22 vs TCL 30 SE battery life and software updates

Durability covers battery, software updates, and operating system. Both phones share key features here.

Battery Capacity

Both the Motorola Moto G22 and TCL 30 SE have a 5000 mAh battery. This means you can expect similar endurance from each device, suitable for a full day of typical use without frequent recharging.

Operating System

Both devices run Android, providing a familiar and flexible experience.

Battery

5000 mAh5000 mAh

Fast charging

N/A15 W

Foldable

NoNo

Year of release

20222022

Motorola Moto G22 vs TCL 30 SE performance

Performance depends on the chipset, RAM, and storage. Both phones come with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage, but differ in their chipsets, which affects general speed and responsiveness.

Chipset Power

The Motorola Moto G22 uses a Mediatek Helio G37 MT6765V chipset, while the TCL 30 SE has a Mediatek Helio G25 MT6762G. Both are built on a 12 nm process, but the Helio G37 generally offers smoother everyday performance and better handling of apps, making the Moto G22 a good choice if you want a more responsive experience.

Memory and Storage

Both phones have 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage. This combination is well suited for everyday tasks like browsing, messaging, and media playback, keeping multiple apps open without strain.

Chipset

Mediatek Helio G37 MT6765V (12 nm)Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 (12 nm)

RAM

4 GB4 GB

Motorola Moto G22 vs TCL 30 SE screen

Screen quality impacts how you view content. Both phones offer the same size and resolution with an IPS LCD panel, making the screen experience quite similar overall.

Screen Size and Resolution

Both the Motorola Moto G22 and TCL 30 SE have a 6.5 inch IPS LCD screen with a 720 x 1600 resolution. This provides a clear and spacious display for watching videos, browsing, and reading, suitable for those who want a larger screen without high definition.

Refresh rate

90 HzN/A

Resolution

720 x 1600720 x 1600

Screen size

6,5 inch6,5 inch

Screen type

IPS LCDIPS LCD

Motorola Moto G22 vs TCL 30 SE camera

Camera and audio features matter for capturing moments and calls. Both phones share the same main camera megapixels but differ in front camera resolution.

Front Camera Detail

The Motorola Moto G22 has a 16 megapixel front camera, which captures more detail for selfies and video calls. This suits users who prioritise clearer front-facing photos. The TCL 30 SE features an 8 megapixel front camera, providing good quality images for everyday use.

Main Camera Quality

Both phones have a 50 megapixel main camera, offering detailed photos in good lighting. This makes either suitable for users interested in capturing high-resolution images with their phone.

Front camera

16 megapixels8 megapixels

Main camera

50 megapixels50 megapixels

Motorola Moto G22 vs TCL 30 SE size and design

Miscellaneous features include physical dimensions, connectivity, and network options, which affect everyday handling and compatibility.

Dimensions and Weight

The Motorola Moto G22 is slightly slimmer and lighter at 8.5 mm depth and 185 g weight, compared to the TCL 30 SE's 8.9 mm depth and 190 g. The Moto G22 also measures 164 mm in height and 75 mm in width, while the TCL 30 SE is 165.2 mm tall and 75.5 mm wide. These small differences may affect pocket fit and hand comfort.

Connector Types

The Motorola Moto G22 comes with both USB-C and a 3.5 mm headphone jack, offering flexibility for wired audio and charging. The TCL 30 SE has a USB Type-C 2.0 connector but no mention of a headphone jack, which suits users who rely on USB-C for charging and audio.

Network and SIM Options

Both phones support 4G networks and come unlocked, with dual physical SIM slots and microSDXC card support. This makes either suitable for users who want to manage two phone numbers or expand storage easily.

Carrier compatibility

UnlockedUnlocked

Connector

USB-C + Jack 3.5mmUSB-C 2.0

Depth

8.5 mm8.9 mm

Height

164 mm165.2 mm

Mobile network

4G4G

SD card slot

microSDXCmicroSDXC

SIM card

Dual Physical SIMDual Physical SIM

Weight

185 g190 g

Width

75 mm75.5 mm

Motorola Moto G22 or TCL 30 SE: which should you buy?

Buy the Motorola Moto G22 if

  • you want to spend less: it starts at £102, £24 less than the TCL 30 SE
  • you want a higher-resolution front camera (16 megapixels vs 8 megapixels)
  • you want a lighter build (185 g vs 190 g)

Motorola Moto G22 vs TCL 30 SE FAQs

Motorola Moto G22 vs TCL 30 SE comes down to the chipset, front camera and weight. Chipset: Mediatek Helio G37 MT6765V (12 nm) on the Motorola Moto G22, Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 (12 nm) on the TCL 30 SE. The Motorola Moto G22 has a higher-resolution front camera: 16 megapixels vs 8 megapixels.

The Motorola Moto G22 is cheaper refurbished, from £102 compared with £126 for the TCL 30 SE.

Both have the same battery: 5000 mAh.

Both have the same main camera: 50 megapixels.

Both come in 64GB refurbished.

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