Zebra TC501

Rugged mobile computing reimagined for the AI-powered frontline

Empowering your frontline with AI can elevate productivity, efficiency, and customer satisfaction—but AI workloads demand the right device. The TC501 is built to deliver ultra-responsive on-device performance, capture richer operational data, and stand up to real-world abuse. With a platform engineered for high-performance AI on-device, class-leading memory, a vibrant enterprise-grade display, the fastest wireless connections, and extensive data-capture options, the TC501 is built to help workers operate smarter every day.

Built to Power the AI Apps of Today and Tomorrow

Workstation-class performance for ultra-responsive apps
Powered by Qualcomm’s Dragonwing™ Q-6690, the TC501 delivers up to a 300% performance increase over legacy TC5 Series devices and includes a dedicated AI engine to support today’s and tomorrow’s AI applications—while improving processing efficiency to help preserve battery power.

Maximum memory for AI data-intensive workflows
Run demanding modern apps with up to 12 GB RAM and 256 GB Flash—plus support for up to a 2 TB MicroSD card—to handle larger datasets, richer media, and next-gen workflows without compromise.

An Enterprise Display and the Fastest Wireless Networks

A bright, durable 6-inch AMOLED display built for real work
The 6-inch FHD+ AMOLED display delivers brilliant color, crisp readability, and up to 1500 nits of brightness for use across challenging lighting conditions. Gorilla Glass Victus provides added protection for the display, while a variable refresh rate improves touch response and helps reduce power requirements.

Fast, flexible connectivity for voice, data, and peripherals
Get modern wireless performance with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and global 5G (3rd Gen Release 17). Support for private 5G, CBRS, and simultaneous service on two networks helps keep workers connected across diverse environments.

Power Through the Shift with Smarter Audio and Battery Features

More power, less downtime
The TC501 offers the most powerful standard and extended batteries in the TC5 Series. Hot swap helps eliminate downtime during battery changes, and fast charging can take batteries from 0 to 70% in as little as 45 minutes (with supported charging options).

Clearer calls and voice app performance in noisy environments
AI-based audio helps eliminate acoustic echoes and suppress more background noise for clearer conversations and voice application performance. Smart amplifiers increase and enhance loudness while helping protect speakers.

Fuel Your Workflows with Rich Data Capture

Capture exceptional detail with advanced cameras
A super-high resolution 50 MP rear camera captures up to four times the resolution of legacy TC5 models. An optional ultra-wide 13 MP rear camera expands capability for vision-based applications that require a wider view.

First-time-every-time image quality with Enterprise AI Camera
Zebra’s Enterprise AI Camera app helps ensure only quality images are captured by prompting users to clean a dirty lens or retake blurry photos. It can also automatically blur faces when needed and watermark timestamps to support proof-of-service and delivery workflows.

Choose the right scanning engine for your operation
Select from three scanning options: the AC670 advanced range color 1D/2D engine captures barcodes (and high-resolution color photos) up to 100 ft. away, while the SR560 and SR500 are built for moderate-to-intense scanning with high motion tolerance for capture on the move.

Built-in UHF RFID, contactless transactions, OCR, and more
Integrated short-range UHF RFID enables reading over 200 tags per second up to 6.5 ft. away to speed inventory and item-finding tasks—without RFID sleds. Support for major wallets enables tap-to-transact payment and non-payment experiences. On-device OCR helps turn printed text into digital data, while triple-band GNSS improves navigation/locationing accuracy and a Time-of-Flight sensor (select SKUs) supports fast 3D data capture for use cases like parcel dimensioning.

Rugged, Secure, and Easier to Manage

Built for drops, tumbles, and harsh conditions
The TC501 is engineered for demanding environments, with sealing rated IP68 and IP65, and drop specs up to 8 ft. to concrete (and up to 9 ft. with the rugged boot). It is designed to withstand extensive tumble testing and is tested to exceed MIL-STD-810H drop requirements.

Layered security built into the device
Protect devices with Secure Element and Android Strongbox, stay current with OS updates via Lifeguard for Android, and use optional solutions like Identity Guardian for facial recognition. A built-in Bluetooth BLE beacon can work with Device Guardian to help locate misplaced devices.

Backed by Zebra and supported across the lifecycle
The TC501 includes a 1-year hardware warranty (terms apply). Zebra DNA tools help simplify setup, security, management, and device optimization across the device lifecycle, with many no-cost preloaded tools and ready-to-use solutions such as secure device access, push-to-talk, and automated task management.