{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/samsung-galaxy-a07s-vs-tcl-40-se/",
    "generated": "2026-09-21T15:30:17+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Samsung Galaxy A07s vs TCL 40 SE",
    "answer": "The TCL 40 SE is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 69 against 50 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and memory & storage. The TCL 40 SE is the cheaper of the two at PKR 36,800 against PKR 45,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Samsung Galaxy A07s",
            "slug": "samsung-galaxy-a07s",
            "brand": "Samsung",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/samsung/samsung-galaxy-a07s/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-13-2026-09_57_47-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 45999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-09-13T05:07:59+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 13,
                "camera": 59.9,
                "battery": 64.6,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 31.3,
                "value": 59.3,
                "overall": 49.6
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "September 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "167.4 × 77.4 × 7.6 mm",
                    "Weight": "188 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP54"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.7-inch",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1600 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "PLS LCD 90Hz",
                    "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G99+ (6nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-Core, 2 × 2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 + 6 × 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16, One UI"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4GB / 6GB",
                    "Internal storage": "64GB / 128GB",
                    "Card slot": "Dedicated microSDXC Slot"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP + 2 MP Dual Camera, LED Flash, PDAF, HDR, Panorama",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP, f/2.0, Wide",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30/60fps (Rear), 1080p@30fps (Front)"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (non-removable) 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "25W Wired Fast Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual-Band, Wi-Fi Direct, Hotspot",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.3, A2DP, LE",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Accelerometer, Proximity, Fingerprint (Side-Mounted)",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "TCL 40 SE",
            "slug": "tcl-40-se",
            "brand": "TCL Mobiles",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/tcl-mobiles/tcl-40-se/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-25-2026-12_19_08-PM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 36800,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-01-25T07:27:46+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 54,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 63,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 43.8,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 68.9
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "January 5, 2023 (global launch)",
                    "Dimensions": "167.9 × 76.5 × 8.45 mm",
                    "Weight": "190 g",
                    "Water resistance": "No Ip Rating"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.75 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1600 pixels (HD+)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD (NXTVISION) 90 Hz",
                    "Protection": "standard strengthened glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G37 (12 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 + 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)",
                    "GPU": "PowerVR GE8320",
                    "Operating system": "Android 13 with TCL UI 5.0"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4 GB or 6 GB options",
                    "Internal storage": "128 GB or 256 GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSD (expandable)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Main: 50 MP Macro: 2 MP Depth: 2 MP",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Po (non-removable)5010 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "18W wired"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM (dual standby)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "802.11 a/b/g/n/ac",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.1",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint: Side-mounted Accelerometer, proximity, compass",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "tcl-40-se",
        "margin": 19.3,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-a07s": 13,
                    "tcl-40-se": 54
                },
                "leader": "tcl-40-se"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-a07s": 59.9,
                    "tcl-40-se": 79
                },
                "leader": "tcl-40-se"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-a07s": 64.6,
                    "tcl-40-se": 63
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-a07s": 87,
                    "tcl-40-se": 87
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-a07s": 31.3,
                    "tcl-40-se": 43.8
                },
                "leader": "tcl-40-se"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-a07s": 59.3,
                    "tcl-40-se": 100
                },
                "leader": "tcl-40-se"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "TCL 40 SE costs PKR 9,199 less.",
        "TCL 40 SE packs a 10 mAh larger battery.",
        "Samsung Galaxy A07s charges 7W faster.",
        "TCL 40 SE ships with 128 GB more storage."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Samsung Galaxy A07s or TCL 40 SE?",
            "answer": "TCL 40 SE comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 19.3 points. It wins on performance, camera, memory & storage and value for money. Samsung Galaxy A07s can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Samsung Galaxy A07s and TCL 40 SE in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy A07s is listed at PKR 45,999 and TCL 40 SE at PKR 36,800. That makes TCL 40 SE cheaper by PKR 9,199. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Samsung Galaxy A07s or TCL 40 SE?",
            "answer": "TCL 40 SE scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Samsung Galaxy A07s or TCL 40 SE?",
            "answer": "TCL 40 SE is the stronger gaming phone here. Samsung Galaxy A07s runs the MediaTek Helio G99+ (6nm) while TCL 40 SE runs the MediaTek Helio G37 (12 nm)."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}