TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER vs Vivo X500
The TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $449 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 953,150); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
Vivo X500
What makes TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER better?
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $820
- Overall rating 57/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 227g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 50/100). Value score: TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER — 38/100, 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 "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (87/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 953150 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 10240 | |
| Display | 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 174.5×81.2×7.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $820 |
Camera comparison
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER by 75.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $371. TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER was $371 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (94/100 vs 63/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (87/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (84/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 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 X500?
The TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the TCL 60 Ultra 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.