405
Sub-$100 essentials.
The TCL 405 is a budget TCL smartphone released Aug 2022, with a launch price of $90. It pairs the MediaTek MT6761 with a 6.6" HD+ display, a capable main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 52/100 — TCL's $90 essentials. Standout strengths: $90 sub-$100 entry. and 6.6" big screen. Main trade-off: mt6761 painfully slow.
TCL's $90 essentials.
405 is the absolute entry-level — 6.6" 720p, 5 Ah and Android 12 Go for first-smartphone buyers.
Read the full review- $90 sub-$100 entry.
- 6.6" big screen.
- 5,000 mAh.
- Android Go for low-RAM ok.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the 405 compares
| 405 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | TCL 40 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 52 | 89 | 54 |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6761 | SD 8 Elite | Helio G36 |
| Display | 6.6" HD+ | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.75" LCD 90 Hz |
| Main camera | — | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 50 MP |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,010 mAh |
| Launch price | $90 | $1,299 | $180 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the 405 released?
The 405 was released in Aug 2022.
How much does the 405 cost?
The 405 launched at $90 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the 405 screen size and type?
The 405 has a 6.6" HD+ display.
What chipset does the 405 use?
The 405 is powered by the MediaTek MT6761 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the 405 have?
The 405 ships with 2 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the 405 battery capacity?
The 405 has a 5,000 mAh battery.
What colours does the 405 come in?
The 405 is available in 2 colours: Atlantic Blue, Prime Black.
Is the 405 worth buying?
405 is the absolute entry-level — 6.6" 720p, 5 Ah and Android 12 Go for first-smartphone buyers. SpecEagle gives the 405 an editorial score of 52/100.
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