TCL 50 SE vs TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
The TCL 50 SE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400. By overall MobileRank rating, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra leads — 57/100 vs 37/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5010); the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (953,150 vs 365,001); the TCL 50 SE is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 SE
TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
What makes TCL 50 SE better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 227g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 47/100)
What makes TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 953150 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5010 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (63/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 SE vs the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra scores 20 points higher (57/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra leads (57/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL 50 SE (57/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra and the TCL 50 SE are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 SE | TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.2" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 850 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.2×75.5×8.1 mm | 174.5×81.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $329 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 SE
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 SE
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
- 7.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 SE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 SE and TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra leads TCL 50 SE by 61.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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TCL 50 SE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL 50 SE (57/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (61/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra and the TCL 50 SE are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 SE or the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra?
The TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE by 20 points (57/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 SE and the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra?
The TCL 50 SE has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 SE or the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra?
The TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra leads on camera score (61/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 SE or the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra?
The TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra leads on performance (57/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 SE over the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (61/100 vs 30/100).