Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs TCL 50 NxtPaper
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the TCL 50 NxtPaper (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 47/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 50 NxtPaper has the bigger battery (5010 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
TCL 50 NxtPaper
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Lighter: 190g vs 196g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 62/100)
What makes TCL 50 NxtPaper better?
- Bigger battery: 5010 vs 4900 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (42/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the TCL 50 NxtPaper, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 23 points higher (70/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | TCL 50 NxtPaper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5010 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 167.6×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and TCL 50 NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads TCL 50 NxtPaper by 498.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper by 23 points (70/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the TCL 50 NxtPaper — 47/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.