Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $1999 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 57/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 953,150); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3185
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Lighter: 201g vs 227g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 47/100)
What makes TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4800 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $1999
- Better camera (61/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 16 points higher (73/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER leads (61/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, 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 Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (80/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (74/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3185 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 850 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 174.5×81.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER by 254.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1550. TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER was $1550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (80/100 vs 63/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (74/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER leads on camera score (61/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.