{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/tcl-40-se-vs-tcl-k70-se/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T06:29:07+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "TCL 40 SE vs TCL K70 SE",
    "answer": "The TCL 40 SE is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 63 against 54 on our combined specification score. It leads on camera, battery & charging and memory & storage. The TCL K70 SE still wins on value for money, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The TCL K70 SE is the cheaper of the two at PKR 29,999 against PKR 36,800.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "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": 30.6,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 63,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 43.8,
                "value": 97.9,
                "overall": 62.9
            },
            "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"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "TCL K70 SE",
            "slug": "tcl-k70-se",
            "brand": "TCL Mobiles",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/tcl-mobiles/tcl-k70-se/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ChatGPT-Image-May-19-2026-11_37_06-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 29999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-05-20T03:41:55+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 29.4,
                "camera": 74,
                "battery": 37.5,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 18.8,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 54.2
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "February 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "165.9 x 76.6 x 9.35 mm",
                    "Weight": "150g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP54 dust & splash resistant"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.56 inches / 6.6 inches",
                    "Resolution": "540 x 1210 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD 90Hz",
                    "Protection": "Scratch-resistant glass protection"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G50 (12nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core 4× Cortex-A53 @ 2.2GHz 4× Cortex-A53 @ 1.6GHz",
                    "GPU": "PowerVR GE8320",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4GB",
                    "Internal storage": "64GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSDXC (dedicated slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "5MP LED Flash HDR Panorama",
                    "Selfie camera": "2MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Po (non-removable) 3000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "10W fast charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual SIM (Nano-SIM)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Dual-band Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Direct Hotspot",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.1",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Accelerometer Proximity Ambient Light Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "tcl-40-se",
        "margin": 8.7,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 30.6,
                    "tcl-k70-se": 29.4
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "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": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 79,
                    "tcl-k70-se": 74
                },
                "leader": "tcl-40-se"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 63,
                    "tcl-k70-se": 37.5
                },
                "leader": "tcl-40-se"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 87,
                    "tcl-k70-se": 87
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 43.8,
                    "tcl-k70-se": 18.8
                },
                "leader": "tcl-40-se"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "tcl-40-se": 97.9,
                    "tcl-k70-se": 100
                },
                "leader": "tcl-k70-se"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "TCL K70 SE costs PKR 6,801 less.",
        "TCL 40 SE packs a 2,010 mAh larger battery.",
        "TCL 40 SE charges 8W faster.",
        "TCL 40 SE offers 2 GB more RAM.",
        "TCL 40 SE ships with 192 GB more storage.",
        "TCL 40 SE has a 45 MP higher-resolution main sensor."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, TCL 40 SE or TCL K70 SE?",
            "answer": "TCL 40 SE comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 8.7 points. It wins on camera, battery & charging and memory & storage. TCL K70 SE 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 TCL 40 SE and TCL K70 SE in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "TCL 40 SE is listed at PKR 36,800 and TCL K70 SE at PKR 29,999. That makes TCL K70 SE cheaper by PKR 6,801. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, TCL 40 SE or TCL K70 SE?",
            "answer": "TCL 40 SE scores higher in our camera assessment. TCL 40 SE uses a 50 MP main sensor against 5 MP on TCL K70 SE, though sensor size and processing matter more than resolution alone."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, TCL 40 SE or TCL K70 SE?",
            "answer": "TCL 40 SE leads on battery. TCL 40 SE carries a 5010 mAh cell and TCL K70 SE a 3000 mAh cell, with 18W and 10W wired charging respectively."
        }
    ],
    "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/)."
}