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 — 74/100 vs 47/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 50 NxtPaper has the bigger battery (5010 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 196g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper by 27 points (74/100 vs 47/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy S26

Performance 89
Display 81
Camera 77
Battery 31
Portability 89
Value for money 62

TCL 50 NxtPaper

Performance 43
Display 66
Camera 42
Battery 46
Portability 62
Value for money —

What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 528398
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1980
  • Lighter: 162g vs 196g

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (77/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better portability (89/100 vs 62/100)

What makes TCL 50 NxtPaper better?

  • Bigger battery: 5010 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP

  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 31/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the TCL 50 NxtPaper, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 27 points higher (74/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper leads (46/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (89/100 vs 62/100).

Samsung Galaxy S26: The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy S26 TCL 50 NxtPaper
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 2827538 528398
Geekbench Single 2880 771
Geekbench Multi 9100 1980
Display 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2460
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 5010 mAh
Charging 25W 33W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 146 —
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 128GB / 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 162 g 196 g
Launch price $799 —

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy S26

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
77
camera

TCL 50 NxtPaper

  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
42
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy S26

  • 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

TCL 50 NxtPaper

  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy S26

  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
31
battery

TCL 50 NxtPaper

  • 5010 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and TCL 50 NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Samsung Exynos 2600
74/100
2827538 AnTuTu
TCL 50 NxtPaper MediaTek Dimensity 6300
47/100 -435.1%
528398 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26 leads TCL 50 NxtPaper by 435.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy S26

$799

TCL 50 NxtPaper

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (89/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (81/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (77/100 vs 42/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (89/100 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 27 points (74/100 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 74/100, the TCL 50 NxtPaper — 47/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the TCL 50 NxtPaper?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 42/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the TCL 50 NxtPaper?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 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.