TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER vs Vivo iQOO 16
The TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $449 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 953,150).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER better?
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $840
- Better portability (47/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 223g vs 227g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 50/100). Value score: TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER — 38/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 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 "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (100/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (99/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is a bit better (47/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 953150 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 12873 | |
| Display | 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 174.5×81.2×7.6 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $840 |
Camera comparison
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER by 82.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $391. TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER was $391 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (100/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (99/100 vs 63/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (78/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (90/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is a bit better (47/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.