Samsung Galaxy M17 vs TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $130 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 43/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 771
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $199
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 63/100)
What makes TCL 60 SE NxtPaper better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Overall rating 43/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 5 points higher (48/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper are nearly equal (33/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | TCL 60 SE NxtPaper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 165.6×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $199 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads TCL 60 SE NxtPaper by 15.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $69. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $69 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper are nearly equal (33/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper — 43/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.