Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $1299 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 57/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 953,150).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3185
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 227g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 47/100)
What makes TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $1299
- Overall rating 57/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 27 points higher (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER — 38/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (88/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 850 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 174.5×81.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- 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 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER by 263.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $850. TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER was $850 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (88/100 vs 63/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (86/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER by 27 points (84/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.