Product Model: TC21/26
Brand: Zebra
Category: Barcode Scanner
The Zebra TC21/TC26 mobile computers are cost-effective, durable enterprise touch computers designed to provide businesses with a device that has the familiar look and feel of a consumer smartphone, but with the necessary business-class features like integrated barcode scanning and ruggedness.
The main difference between the two models is connectivity: the TC21 is Wi-Fi only, intended for workers within "the four walls" (e.g., retail, warehousing), while the TC26 includes both Wi-Fi and 4G LTE cellular connectivity, making it suitable for mobile workers in the field
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | TC21: Wi-Fi only (WLAN); designed for indoor use. TC26: Wi-Fi and Cellular (WWAN/4G LTE); designed for field use. |
| Operating System | Android 10 (upgradeable to Android 14). |
| Display | 5.0-inch HD color (1280 x 720) display with LED backlight and Corning® Gorilla® Glass. |
| Durability | IP67 sealing (dustproof and waterproof). 4 ft./1.2 m drop specification (5 ft./1.5 m with a protective boot). |
| Processor (CPU) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 octa-core, 1.8 GHz or 2.2 GHz (select configurations). |
| Barcode Scanning | Optional 1D/2D imager options: SE4100 (light to moderate scanning) or SE4710 (scan-intensive applications). |
| Battery | Removable/serviceable Li-Ion battery (Standard 3300 mAh or Extended 5260 mAh options available). |
| Memory | Multiple options: 3 GB RAM/32 GB Flash or 4 GB RAM/64 GB Flash. |
| Camera | 13 MP rear camera standard; optional 5 MP front camera for video calls. |
Physical Characteristics
| Dimensions | With standard battery: 6.22 in. L x 3.11 in. W x 0.54 in. D 158 mm L x 79 mm W x 13.7 mm D With extended battery: 6.22 in. L x 3.11 in. W x 0.68 in. D 158 mm L x 79 mm W x 17.3 mm D |
| Weight | 8.32 oz./236 g with standard battery; 269 g with extended battery |
| Display | 5.0 in. color HD (1280 x 720); LED backlight; Corning™ Gorilla™ Glass |
| Imager Window | Corning™ Gorilla™ Glass |
| Touch Panel | Capacitive Touch Panel; multi-touch |
| Power | Removable/serviceable rechargeable Li-Ion Standard battery: ≥ 3300 mAh/12.54 Wh Extended battery: 5260 mAh/20.25 Wh |
| Expansion Slot | One 128 GB micro SD slot |
| SIM | 1 Nano SIM slot; optional eSIM (TC26 only) |
| Network Connections | TC21: WLAN, WPAN, USB 2.0 hi-speed (host and client) TC26: WWAN, WLAN, WPAN, USB 2.0 hi-speed (host and client) |
| Notifications | Audible tone; multi-color LEDs; vibration |
| Keypad | On-screen keypad |
| Audio | Speaker - 1 Watt Voice support (Internal speaker/receiver and microphones) |
| Buttons | Scan on each side; volume up/down; power; push-to-talk (PTT) keys |
Performance Characteristics
| CPU | Qualcomm SnapdragonTM 660 octa-core, 1.8 GHz or 2.2 GHz (select configurations) |
| Operating System | TC21: Upgradeable to Android 14 TC26: Upgradeable to Android 14 |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM/64 GB Flash memory; 3 GB RAM/32 GB Flash memory |
User Environment
| Operating Temp. | 14°F to 122°F / -10°C to 50°C |
| Storage Temp. | -30°F to 158°F / -30°C to 70°C |
| Humidity | 5% - 95% non condensing |
| Drop Spec. | 5 ft./1.5 m drop to concrete per MIL-STD-810G with optional protective boot 4 ft./1.2 m drop to concrete per MIL-STD-810G across operating temperature |
| Tumble Spec. | 550 tumbles, 1.6 ft./0.5 m with boot |
| Sealing | IP67 |
| Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) | +/-15 kV air discharge, +/-8 kV direct discharge; +/-8 kV indirect discharge |
Data Capture
| Scanning | SE4100 1D/2D imager SE4710 1D/2D imager Camera scanning (SKU dependent) |
| Camera |
Rear camera 13 MP; optional front camera 5 MP |
| NFC | Integrated; MIFARE, ISO 14443 A&B , FeliCa , ISO 15693 and NFC Forum supported cards; read range up to 50 mm; support for Apple VAS1 / Google Smart Tap1 |
