Lava Storm Lite vs TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $89 and $199. Both devices score the same overall rating of 43/100. Key differences: the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Lite is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 528,398); the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Lite doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1980
- Cheaper at launch: $89 vs $199
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 43/100)
What makes TCL 60 SE NxtPaper better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Lighter: 190g vs 196g
- Better camera (32/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
The Lava Storm Lite and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper received the same MobileRank rating — 43/100. Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, TCL 60 SE NxtPaper — 48/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper and the Lava Storm Lite are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper and the Lava Storm Lite are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | TCL 60 SE NxtPaper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 550 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 165.6×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $199 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Lite leads TCL 60 SE NxtPaper by 10.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $110. Lava Storm Lite was $110 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper and the Lava Storm Lite are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper and the Lava Storm Lite are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
Both devices scored 43/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Lava Storm Lite (45/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper — 43/100.
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.