TCL 60 NxtPaper vs Vivo X500
The TCL 60 NxtPaper (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G92, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $249 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 50/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the TCL 60 NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 60 NxtPaper
Vivo X500
What makes TCL 60 NxtPaper better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $820
- Better portability (66/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 60 NxtPaper vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 39 points higher (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 50/100). Value score: TCL 60 NxtPaper — 50/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 NxtPaper (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 NxtPaper (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 NxtPaper (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 60 NxtPaper | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G92 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.6×75.5×7.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $249 | $820 |
Camera comparison
TCL 60 NxtPaper
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 60 NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 60 NxtPaper
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $571. TCL 60 NxtPaper was $571 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 NxtPaper (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 NxtPaper (87/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 NxtPaper (84/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 60 NxtPaper or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 NxtPaper by 39 points (89/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 60 NxtPaper and the Vivo X500?
The TCL 60 NxtPaper has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 60 NxtPaper or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the TCL 60 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.