Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs TCL 50 NxtPaper
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the TCL 50 NxtPaper (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 47/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 50 NxtPaper has the bigger battery (5010 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 528,398); the TCL 50 NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (196g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
TCL 50 NxtPaper
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 66/100)
What makes TCL 50 NxtPaper better?
- Bigger battery: 5010 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 196g vs 214g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the TCL 50 NxtPaper, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 37 points higher (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (61/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | TCL 50 NxtPaper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5010 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 167.6×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" 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 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and TCL 50 NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads TCL 50 NxtPaper by 555.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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TCL 50 NxtPaper
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (88/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (86/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (61/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper by 37 points (84/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the TCL 50 NxtPaper — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.