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TCL 20E root support — Magisk root and bootloader unlock
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TCL 20E

Released: 2021, October 12Available. Released 2021, October 12

ROOT AVAILABLE

This device is fully compatible with our remote root service. Includes Bootloader Unlock, Magisk, and custom setup.

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General

Brand
TCL
Model
TCL 20E
Released
2021, October 12
Status
Available. Released 2021, October 12
Price
About 160 EUR
OS
Android 11, TCL UI
Dimensions
165.6 x 75.6 x 8.8 mm (6.52 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Weight
190 g (6.70 oz)
Build
Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Display

Type
IPS LCD,
Size
6.52 inches, 102.6 cm, 2, (~82.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)

Performance

Chipset
Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
Internal
64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Card slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Single
5 MP or 8 MP
Triple
13 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide) 1/3.0", 1.12µm, PDAF, 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video
720p@30fps

Battery

Charging
10W wired

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands
1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
Speed
HSPA, LTE

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
NFC
No
Radio
Unspecified
USB
microUSB 2.0
3.5mm jack
Yes

Sensors

Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass

Other

Colors
Black, Blue, Green
Models
6125F, 6125D, 6125H
Announced
2021, October 12
Loudspeaker
Yes

TCL 20E Overview

The TCL 20E is an Android device from Tcl, released in 2021. It combines the Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm) and a 6.52-inch display, running Android 11. This page tracks its full specifications, root status, and the bootloader and recovery notes that apply to it.

Root the TCL 20E

The TCL 20E is a 2021 Android device from Tcl. It runs the Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm), a MediaTek platform, flashed via SP Flash Tool on many models with BROM as the deep-recovery path. Shipped software: Android 11, TCL UI. For this model the realistic path is: a standard fastboot bootloader unlock, followed by Magisk via patched boot image (fastboot). Typical hands-on time is 1–3 hours.

Difficulty

Moderate — brand-specific steps involved

Typical time

1–3 hours

Method

Magisk via patched boot image (fastboot)

Bootloader unlock on Tcl

Unlock procedure follows the generic Android flow: enable OEM Unlocking in Developer Options, then unlock via fastboot. Exact availability depends on the model and region — confirm before flashing.

Platform notes

MediaTek platforms flash through SP Flash Tool rather than plain fastboot on many models, and expose BROM mode as a deep-recovery path. Correct scatter/firmware matching matters more here than on Snapdragon devices.

Before you start

  • Bootloader unlocking factory-resets the device on almost all models — back up everything first.

FAQ

Can I root the TCL 20E?

Yes. After enabling OEM Unlocking and unlocking the bootloader, root is Magisk via patched boot image (fastboot). The unlock notes on this page describe the exact Tcl procedure.

Does the TCL 20E support custom recovery (TWRP)?

That depends on community support for this exact model — verify a build exists for its codename before flashing anything. TWRP is not required for root: Magisk installs by flashing a patched boot image via fastboot.

Will root the TCL 20E void my warranty?

Tcl will generally treat a rooted TCL 20E as outside warranty while it is modified. Restoring full stock firmware before a service visit usually restores normal treatment in practice, and consumer law in some regions (such as the EU) may still cover defects unrelated to root.

What Android version does the TCL 20E run?

It runs Android 11, TCL UI. The specifications table on this page lists the full software details.