TCL 20Y vs TCL 505
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TCL 20Y
Starting at
£79.00
TCL 505
Starting at
£71.28What's the difference between the TCL 20Y and TCL 505?
TCL 20Y vs 505 comes down to the screen size, main camera and front camera. Refurbished, the TCL 505 starts at £71.28, £7.72 less than the TCL 20Y. The TCL 505 is the newer model, released in 2024.
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- Screen size: 6,5 inch on the TCL 20Y, 6.75 inch on the TCL 505.
- The TCL 505 has a higher-resolution main camera: 50 megapixels vs 48 megapixels.
- The TCL 20Y has a higher-resolution front camera: 8 megapixels vs 5 megapixels.
TCL 20Y vs TCL 505 specs
The TCL 20Y and TCL 505 are both unlocked Android smartphones with 4G connectivity and 4 GB of RAM, suited to everyday use. The TCL 505 has a slightly larger screen and more storage at 128GB, making it a good choice for those who want more space for apps and media. The TCL 20Y offers a higher resolution front camera for selfies and a micro USB connector alongside the headphone jack. Both phones are similar in many ways, so your choice depends on whether you prioritise software updates, camera detail on the front, or storage capacity.
TCL 20Y vs TCL 505 price
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TCL 20Y vs TCL 505 battery life and software updates
Durability here includes the software update support and physical features.
Software Update Compatibility
Both phones run Android, so their basic durability and OS familiarity are similar.
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TCL 20Y vs TCL 505 performance
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TCL 20Y vs TCL 505 screen
Screen quality affects how you view media and interact with apps. Both phones have the same resolution and screen type, but the TCL 505 has a slightly larger display.
Screen Size
The TCL 505 has a 6.75 inch screen, which offers a bit more room for watching videos, browsing, or reading compared to the TCL 20Y's 6,5 inch screen. Both use IPS LCD technology and share the same 720 x 1600 resolution, so image clarity will be similar. The larger screen suits users who prefer a roomier display for everyday viewing.
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TCL 20Y vs TCL 505 camera
Camera quality is important for photos and video calls. The TCL 20Y and TCL 505 have similar main cameras but differ in front camera resolution.
Front Camera Resolution
The TCL 20Y has an 8 megapixels front camera, which captures more detail for selfies and video chats than the TCL 505's 5 megapixels front camera. This makes the TCL 20Y suitable if you take frequent selfies or use video calling often and want clearer images on the front camera.
Main Camera Detail
The TCL 505 has a 50 megapixels main camera, slightly higher than the TCL 20Y's 48 megapixels. This offers a marginal increase in photo detail for regular photography. Both cameras will work well for everyday photos, but the TCL 505 may capture slightly more detail in images.
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TCL 20Y vs TCL 505 size and design
Other features include connectivity options, storage capacity, and physical attributes. These differences cater to user preferences around storage, charging, and device weight.
Storage Capacity
The TCL 505 comes with 128GB of storage, double the 64GB found in the TCL 20Y. This larger capacity is ideal if you store many apps, photos, or videos on your phone. Both devices support microSDXC cards, so you can expand storage further if needed.
Connector Type
The TCL 505 uses a USB-C connector alongside a 3.5mm headphone jack, providing a modern charging and data transfer port plus traditional headphone support. The TCL 20Y uses a micro USB connector with the same 3.5mm jack.
Weight Differences
The TCL 505 weighs 190 g, slightly lighter than the TCL 20Y at 194 g. This small difference may be noticeable if you carry your phone all day and prefer a lighter device.
Carrier and Network
Both phones are unlocked and support 4G networks, which means they can be used with a wide range of UK carriers and provide reliable mobile data speeds for everyday use.
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TCL 20Y or TCL 505: which should you buy?
Buy the TCL 20Y if
- you want a higher-resolution front camera (8 megapixels vs 5 megapixels)
Buy the TCL 505 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £71.28, £7.72 less than the TCL 20Y
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (50 megapixels vs 48 megapixels)
- you want a lighter build (190 g vs 194 g)
TCL 20Y vs TCL 505 FAQs
TCL 20Y vs 505 comes down to the screen size, main camera and front camera. Screen size: 6,5 inch on the TCL 20Y, 6.75 inch on the TCL 505. The TCL 505 has a higher-resolution main camera: 50 megapixels vs 48 megapixels.
The TCL 505 is cheaper refurbished, from £71.28 compared with £79 for the TCL 20Y.
The TCL 505 has a higher-resolution main camera: 50 megapixels vs 48 megapixels.
The TCL 505 adds a higher-resolution main camera (50 megapixels vs 48 megapixels) and a lighter build (190 g vs 194 g). Refurbished, it costs £7.72 less (from £71.28 vs £79).
Refurbished, the TCL 20Y comes in 64GB, and the TCL 505 in 128GB.
