Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $999 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 43/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
TCL 60 SE 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 18W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 63/100)
What makes TCL 60 SE NxtPaper better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $999
- Overall rating 43/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 27 points higher (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100, 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 S26+ significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | TCL 60 SE 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 | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 5 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 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 165.6×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $199 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" 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 S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26+ and TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads TCL 60 SE NxtPaper by 498.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. TCL 60 SE NxtPaper was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper by 27 points (70/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.