Samsung Galaxy S26 vs TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $799 and $329. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 57/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 953,150); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3185
- Lighter: 162g vs 227g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 47/100)
What makes TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $329 vs $799
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 17 points higher (74/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra leads (50/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra — 50/100; 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 NxtPaper 60 Ultra (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (89/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.2" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 850 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 174.5×81.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $329 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
- 7.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra by 196.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (89/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (81/100 vs 63/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (77/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (50/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (89/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.