TCL 40 NxtPaper vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The TCL 40 NxtPaper (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 39/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5010); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 40 NxtPaper
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes TCL 40 NxtPaper better?
- Overall rating 39/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 40 NxtPaper vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 53 points higher (92/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (85/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 40 NxtPaper | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.2×75.3×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 40 NxtPaper and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads TCL 40 NxtPaper by 92.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (100/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (85/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 40 NxtPaper or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper by 53 points (92/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 40 NxtPaper and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The TCL 40 NxtPaper has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 40 NxtPaper or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 40 NxtPaper or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the TCL 40 NxtPaper over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.