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What the Two Terminals Have in Common
The TC22 and TC22R share an identical technical foundation, designed for professional mobile data collection:
- 6-inch Full HD+ display, Corning Gorilla Glass
- Qualcomm® 5430 CPU, 8 GB RAM / 128 GB storage
- 1D/2D barcode scanning, QR code and integrated NFC
- Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2
- IP65 rating, drop resistance up to 1.5 m
- Android 13 with Over-The-Air updates
Both professional Zebra Android terminals are suited for logistics, industrial, retail, and healthcare sectors.
Zebra TC22: Versatile and Modular
The Zebra TC22 is a professional Android mobile terminal designed for mixed-use workflows: order picking, inventory management, goods receiving, and field data collection. Weighing just 236 g, it is comfortable to use all day long.
The TC22 does not include a native RFID system. It pairs with the Zebra RFD40 external RFID sled to read RFID tags and chips at a reading distance of up to 6 metres. It is the ideal solution for gradually implementing an RFID system without overhauling your entire infrastructure.
Zebra TC22R: The All-in-One Industrial RFID Terminal
The Zebra TC22R is an Android-integrated UHF RFID terminal built for large-scale professional RFID inventory. Its built-in portable UHF RFID reader can scan up to 1,300 RFID tags per second, with a reading range of up to 12.2 metres no external accessory required.
What Are the Key Advantages of the Zebra TC22R?
- Save time: multi-hour inventory cycles reduced to just minutes
- Real-time RFID asset tracking and fixed asset management
- Reliable stock management across thousands of references
- Integrated pistol-grip ergonomics, ideal for long inventory sessions
Whether for Zebra TC22R retail inventory or an industrial environment, this industrial RFID terminal is the strategic choice for high-volume businesses.
TC22 vs TC22R: Decision Table
| Criteria | TC22 + RFD40 | TC22R |
|---|---|---|
| UHF RFID | Modular (accessory) | Natively integrated |
| Reading range | Up to 6 m | Up to 12.2 m |
| RFID tags / second | 1,300 (via RFD40) | 1,300 |
| Weight | 236 g | 569 g |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Primary use | Versatile | Intensive inventory |
| Fixed asset management | Possible | Optimised |
| Deployment | Gradual | Immediate |
Which Zebra Terminal Should You Choose?
- TC22: ideal if you have mixed-use workflows (enterprise Android RFID scanner + barcodes), moderate volumes, and want to roll out RFID solutions gradually.
- TC22R: recommended for intensive RFID mobile inventory, large-scale RFID asset tracking, and fixed asset management without compromising on performance.
Both terminals integrate into a complete SBE solution: SAM Asset Manager software, TC22 charging pack, RFID labels, and Zebra OneCare™ support. To learn more about supported RFID chips and tags, check out our guide Understanding RFID in 10 Key Points.
The SBE Direct team is here to help you choose the right terminal and deploy your project from start to finish.
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