Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs TCL 50 NxtPaper
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the TCL 50 NxtPaper (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 47/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5010); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 528,398); the TCL 50 NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (196g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
TCL 50 NxtPaper
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 66/100)
What makes TCL 50 NxtPaper better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 309g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs the TCL 50 NxtPaper, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 22 points higher (69/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (63/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the TCL 50 NxtPaper are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (63/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (62/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | TCL 50 NxtPaper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2926532 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1980 | |
| Display | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2160x1584 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5600 mAh | 5010 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | 167.6×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 309 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $2899 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
TCL 50 NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and TCL 50 NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads TCL 50 NxtPaper by 453.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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TCL 50 NxtPaper
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (90/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the TCL 50 NxtPaper are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper (63/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 NxtPaper significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (62/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the TCL 50 NxtPaper by 22 points (69/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the TCL 50 NxtPaper — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold over the TCL 50 NxtPaper?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.