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TCL Plex
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TCL Plex

Released: 2019, SeptemberPrice: About 330 EURStatus: Available. Released 2019, October

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 460 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 460 Silver)
GPUAdreno 612
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM, Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Size6.53 inches, 104.7 cm, 2, (~84.2% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandTCL
BuildGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
ModelTCL Plex
PriceAbout 330 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 400/75 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsObsidian Black, Opal White
ModelsT780H
Single24 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm
StatusAvailable. Released 2019, October
Triple48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, 16 MP, f/2.4, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.0µm, 2 MP, f/1.8
Weight192 g (6.77 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 (11 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40
Charging18W wired, QC3, 50% in 32 min
FeaturesDual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal128GB 6GB RAM
Released2019, September
Stand-byUp to 396 h (3G)
Announced2019, September
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Talk timeUp to 12 h (2G) / Up to 25 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions162.2 x 76.6 x 8 mm (6.39 x 3.02 x 0.31 in)
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
Loudspeaker-25.1 LUFS (Very good)
PositioningGPS

TCL Plex Overview

About TCL Plex TCL Plex is another flagship from TCL's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2019. TCL Plex has a wide variety of great specifications such as 128GB 6GB RAM with Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 (11 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

TCL Plex can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the TCL Plex?

The TCL Plex supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does TCL Plex support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many TCL devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting TCL Plex void warranty?

Yes, rooting the TCL Plex will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does TCL Plex run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your TCL Plex.