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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
TCL 50 NxtPaper
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).
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
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 435.1% 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 (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.