TCL 50 XL NxtPaper vs Vivo X500
The TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5010); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 513,809).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 XL NxtPaper
Vivo X500
What makes TCL 50 XL NxtPaper better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 211g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 XL NxtPaper | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 XL NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 XL NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 XL NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 XL NxtPaper and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads TCL 50 XL NxtPaper by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 50 XL NxtPaper
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper and the Vivo X500?
The TCL 50 XL NxtPaper has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.