TCL Tab A1

System: Android 16
Screen: 11", 90 Hz
Chip: MediaTek Helio G100
RAM: 6 GB
Storage: 128 GB
Battery: 8,000 mAh
Pen: Sold separately
Weight: 430 g

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TCL Tab A1 at a glance

Screen

Mid-size screen

The all-round size: light enough to carry, big enough for split screen.
Performance

Mid-range chip

Fine for streaming, browsing and school apps; heavy games run at lower settings.
Memory

Enough RAM for most

Handles a few apps at once. A microSD slot adds cheap storage.
Pen & keyboard

Works with a pen

The pen is sold separately.
Connectivity

Wi-Fi

Connects over Wi-Fi; tether to your phone when out and about.
Build

Easy to carry

Comfortable to hold on the sofa or in a bag.

TCL Tab A1 full specifications

Overview

Brand	TCL
Model	Tab A1
Series	Tab A
Colours	Space Blue

Software

Runs Android with apps from Google Play.

Operating system	Android
Launched with	Android 16
Update promise	Security update support end date: Q2 2029; Frequency of security update: Quarterly

Performance

Fine for streaming, browsing and school apps; heavy games run at lower settings.

Chip	MediaTek Helio G100

Memory & storage

Enough memory for everyday multitasking.

Storage can be expanded with a microSD card.

RAM	6 GB
Storage	128 GB
Storage options	128 GB
microSD slot	Yes
microSD up to	2 TB

Display

A mid-size screen.

Screen size	11 in
Resolution	2112 x 1320
Aspect ratio	16:10
Refresh rate	90 Hz
Brightness (typical)	500 nits
Brightness (outdoor boost)	650 nits

Pen & keyboard

Supports a pen, sold separately.

Pen	Sold separately
Compatible pens	T-Pen 2
Keyboard in the box	No

Battery & charging

No charger in the box, so you may need one.

Battery-life claims are the maker's own tests, so treat small differences as a tie.

Battery capacity	8,000 mAh
Charger in the box	No

Cameras & audio

Rear camera	8 MP
Rear cameras	1
Video recording	1080p30
Front camera	5 MP
Speakers	4
Microphones	1
Headphone jack	No

Connectivity

Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth	5.0
USB speed	480 Mbps
Ports	1x USB-C (USB 2.0)

Size & build

Light enough to hold for long reading or video sessions.

Weight	430 g
Thickness	6.2 mm
Height	251.28 mm
Width	163.2 mm
Dust & water rating	IP54
Sensors	accelerometer, ambient light, hall

In the box & kids

In the box	Type-C cable, QG, Eject Pin

Specs compiled from TCL's product pages and datasheets. Manufacturers revise hardware between versions, so check the version on the box. Spotted an error? Tell us.