TCL 40 NxtPaper vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The TCL 40 NxtPaper (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 39/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 40 NxtPaper has the bigger battery (5010 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 365,001); the TCL 40 NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (195g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 40 NxtPaper
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes TCL 40 NxtPaper better?
- Bigger battery: 5010 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 195g vs 299g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1375
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 40 NxtPaper vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 25 points higher (64/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (74/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (79/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the TCL 40 NxtPaper are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (63/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 40 NxtPaper | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 168.2×75.3×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 40 NxtPaper and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads TCL 40 NxtPaper by 76.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (74/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (79/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (58/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the TCL 40 NxtPaper are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (63/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 40 NxtPaper or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper by 25 points (64/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 40 NxtPaper and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The TCL 40 NxtPaper has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 40 NxtPaper or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 40 NxtPaper or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the TCL 40 NxtPaper over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.