TCL 40 NxtPaper vs Tecno Phantom X2
The TCL 40 NxtPaper (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 39/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5010); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 365,001); the TCL 40 NxtPaper is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 40 NxtPaper
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes TCL 40 NxtPaper better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 203g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 40 NxtPaper vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 23 points higher (62/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (79/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 40 NxtPaper | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 168.2×75.3×7.9 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 40 NxtPaper and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads TCL 40 NxtPaper by 75.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (71/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (79/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 40 NxtPaper or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper by 23 points (62/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 40 NxtPaper and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The TCL 40 NxtPaper has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 40 NxtPaper or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 40 NxtPaper or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the TCL 40 NxtPaper over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.