Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $1299 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 43/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 528,398); the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes TCL 60 SE NxtPaper better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $1299
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 37 points higher (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100, 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 S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | TCL 60 SE NxtPaper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | 165.6×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $199 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads TCL 60 SE NxtPaper by 492.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1100. TCL 60 SE NxtPaper was $1100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (92/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (81/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper by 37 points (80/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.