TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra vs Vivo X500
The TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $329 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 NxtPaper 60 Ultra
Vivo X500
What makes TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra better?
- Cheaper at launch: $329 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 NxtPaper 60 Ultra 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 NxtPaper 60 Ultra — 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 "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (87/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra | 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 | 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 | $329 | $820 |
Camera comparison
TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
- 7.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra by 75.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $491. TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra was $491 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (94/100 vs 63/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (87/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra (84/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra and the Vivo X500?
The TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the TCL NxtPaper 60 Ultra 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.