TCL 60 NxtPaper

Manufacturer: TCL

The TCL 60 NxtPaper is a mid-range smartphone that covers a broad range of everyday needs within a slim 7.85 mm frame weighing 190 g. Running Android 15, it comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage, and supports expandable memory via a dedicated slot. Its IP54 rating provides a degree of protection against dust and water splashes, while dual SIM support adds flexibility for users managing multiple numbers.

The device is built around a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, a 6 nm chip delivering a Geekbench 6 multi-core score of 2012 paired with an Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU clocked at 950 MHz. Its 6.7″ IPS LCD panel renders at 720 x 1600 px with a 120Hz refresh rate and a pixel density of 262 ppi. On the camera side, a dual rear setup consists of 50 MP and 5 MP sensors capable of 1080p video at 30 fps, complemented by phase-detection autofocus and HDR mode. Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and USB Type-C, rounding out a feature set that also includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack and FM radio.

Pros

The 5200 mAh battery offers a sizeable capacity for extended use, and an 18W fast charger is included in the box
5G connectivity is supported alongside NFC, Bluetooth 5.4, dual SIM capability, and an external memory slot, making it a well-connected daily device
The 120Hz refresh rate on the IPS LCD panel delivers noticeably smoother scrolling and on-screen motion for everyday use
An e-paper display mode is available, a relatively uncommon feature that can reduce eye strain during extended reading sessions
The rear camera system provides a solid range of manual controls, including exposure, ISO, focus, and white balance, giving users meaningful hands-on control over their shots
The MediaTek Dimensity 6300 is built on a 6 nm process with big.LITTLE and HMP support, allowing the chip to balance workload distribution across its eight cores efficiently

Cons

The 720 x 1600 px resolution on a 6.7 inch screen results in a relatively low pixel density of 262 ppi, which may affect sharpness for detail-oriented users
Wireless charging is not supported, limiting charging flexibility
The main camera lacks optical image stabilization, which can affect photo and video steadiness in handheld situations
Neither HDR10 nor Dolby Vision playback is supported on the display, restricting the range of HDR content that can be rendered as intended
The single speaker setup means stereo sound is absent, and none of the high-quality Bluetooth audio codecs such as aptX or LDAC are available
Video recording is capped at 1080p at 30 fps with no slow-motion support, which is a limited video feature set for this screen size

Who is this for?

This device is a reasonable fit for everyday users who want a large-screen Android smartphone with 5G connectivity and a generous battery capacity for all-day use without frequent top-ups. The inclusion of an e-paper display mode makes it particularly well-suited for users who spend extended periods reading on their phone, as it can reduce eye fatigue compared to a standard LCD-only experience. Those who appreciate hands-on camera control will also find value in the manual exposure, ISO, focus, and white balance options available in the camera app. Dual SIM support, an external memory slot, NFC, and a broad set of software privacy tools make it a practical choice for users who need flexibility in connectivity and data management alongside a clean, feature-rich Android 15 experience.

Who is this NOT for?

Users who prioritize sharp, detailed visuals will find the 720 x 1600 px resolution limiting on a 6.7 inch display, as the resulting 262 ppi pixel density falls noticeably short of what finer text and images demand at this screen size. The device is also poorly suited for mobile content creators or video enthusiasts, given that recording is capped at 1080p at 30 fps with no slow-motion capability, no optical image stabilization, and no HDR10 or Dolby Vision support for either recording or playback. Those who rely on high-fidelity wireless audio will be disappointed by the absence of aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, or any other advanced Bluetooth audio codec, and the single-speaker setup further limits the audio experience for media consumption. Users who want wireless charging or frequently charge on the go without a cable will also find the hardware lacking in that regard.

Design:

water resistance	Water resistant
weight	190 g
thickness	7.85 mm
width	75.5 mm
height	167.3 mm
volume	99.1545275 cm³
Ingress Protection (IP) rating	IP54
has a rugged build	✕
can be folded	✕

The TCL 60 NxtPaper has a standard, non-folding form factor measuring 167.3 mm tall, 75.5 mm wide, and 7.85 mm thick, with a total volume of roughly 99.15 cm³ and a weight of 190 g. It carries an IP54 rating, meaning it offers meaningful resistance to dust ingress and water splashes, though it is not built to rugged standards and does not feature a hardened construction.

Display:

Display type	LCD, IPS
screen size	6.7"
pixel density	262 ppi
resolution	720 x 1600 px
refresh rate	120Hz
has branded damage-resistant glass	✕
supports HDR10	✕
supports HDR10+	✕
Always-On Display	✕
supports Dolby Vision	✕
Has a secondary screen	✕
has a touch screen	✓

The TCL 60 NxtPaper uses an IPS LCD touchscreen measuring 6.7″ with a resolution of 720 x 1600 px and a pixel density of 262 ppi, paired with a 120Hz refresh rate for smoother on-screen motion. The display does not support HDR10, HDR10+, or Dolby Vision, and there is no Always-On Display function or secondary screen. It also lacks branded damage-resistant glass.

Performance:

internal storage	256GB
RAM	8GB
Chipset (SoC) name	MediaTek Dimensity 6300
GPU name	Arm Mali-G57 MC2
CPU speed	2 x 2.4 & 6 x 2 GHz
Geekbench 6 result (multi)	2012
Geekbench 6 result (single)	782
GPU clock speed	950 MHz
Has integrated LTE	✓
RAM speed	2133 MHz
semiconductor size	6 nm
Supports 64-bit	✓
DirectX version	DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics	✓
Uses big.LITTLE technology	✓
CPU threads	8 threads
Uses HMP	✓
maximum memory bandwidth	17.07 GB/s
L2 cache	1 MB
L1 cache	512 KB
maximum memory amount	12GB
uses multithreading	✓
DDR memory version	4
L3 cache	2 MB

The TCL 60 NxtPaper is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, a 6 nm chipset with an octa-core CPU running two cores at 2.4 GHz and six at 2.0 GHz across 8 threads, with integrated LTE and support for big.LITTLE and HMP scheduling. Graphics are handled by an Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU clocked at 950 MHz with DirectX 12 support, while Geekbench 6 results stand at 782 single-core and 2012 multi-core. The device comes with 8GB of DDR4 RAM running at 2133 MHz — expandable up to a maximum of 12GB — alongside 256GB of internal storage, a maximum memory bandwidth of 17.07 GB/s, and a cache hierarchy consisting of 512 KB L1, 1 MB L2, and 2 MB L3 cache. The chip is 64-bit capable and supports multithreading throughout.

Cameras:

megapixels (main camera)	50 & 5 MP
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera	✓
megapixels (front camera)	8MP
has built-in optical image stabilization	✕
video recording (main camera)	1080 x 30 fps
Has a dual-tone LED flash	✕
number of flash LEDs	2
has a BSI sensor	✕
has a CMOS sensor	✓
has continuous autofocus when recording movies	✓
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos	✓
supports slow-motion video recording	✕
has a built-in HDR mode	✓
has manual exposure	✓
has a flash	✓
optical zoom	0x
has manual ISO	✓
has a serial shot mode	✓
has manual focus	✓
has a front camera	✓
Has laser autofocus	✕
Shoots 360° panorama	✕
has manual white balance	✓
shoots raw	✕
has touch autofocus	✓
has manual shutter speed	✕
can create panoramas in-camera	✓
wide aperture (front camera)	2f
Has timelapse function	✕
Has a front-facing LED flash	✕
has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera	✕
supports HDR10 recording	✕
supports Dolby Vision recording	✕
has a front-facing camera under the display	✕
Has a RGB LED flash	✕
has 3D photo/video recording capabilities	✕

The TCL 60 NxtPaper features a dual rear camera system with a 50 MP primary sensor and a 5 MP secondary lens, both using a CMOS sensor without back-side illumination. Autofocus options include phase-detection and touch autofocus, as well as continuous autofocus during video recording, though laser autofocus is absent. The main camera records video at up to 1080p at 30 fps — with no slow-motion, HDR10, or Dolby Vision recording support — and offers no optical zoom or optical image stabilization. Manual controls cover exposure, ISO, focus, and white balance, while shooting modes include HDR, burst, and in-camera panorama; raw capture, timelapse, and 360° panorama are not available. Two LED flash units are present on the rear, though they do not form a dual-tone or RGB configuration. On the front, an 8 MP single-lens camera sits at an f/2 aperture without a dedicated flash, under-display placement, or a secondary lens.

Operating system:

Android version	Android 15
has clipboard warnings	✓
has location privacy options	✓
has camera/microphone privacy options	✓
has Mail Privacy Protection	✕
has theme customization	✓
can block app tracking	✓
blocks cross-site tracking	✕
has on-device machine learning	✓
has notification permissions	✓
has media picker	✓
Can play games while they download	✓
has dark mode	✓
has Wi-Fi password sharing	✕
has battery health check	✓
has an extra dim mode	✓
has focus modes	✕
has dynamic theming	✓
can offload apps	✓
Has customizable notifications	✓
has Live Text	✓
has full-page screenshots	✓
supports split screen	✓
gets direct OS updates	✕
has PiP	✓
Can be used as a PC	✕
Has sharing intents	✓
has a child lock	✓
Supports widgets	✓
Is free and open source	✓
Has offline voice recognition	✓
has voice commands	✓
Tracks the current position of a mobile device	✓
is a multi-user system	✓
has Quick Start	✕

The TCL 60 NxtPaper runs Android 15 and includes a broad set of privacy controls, covering clipboard warnings, location privacy options, and camera and microphone access management, though Mail Privacy Protection and cross-site tracking blocking are not present. Customization options are well covered, with dynamic theming, theme customization, dark mode, an extra dim mode, home screen widgets, and customizable notifications all supported; focus modes and Wi-Fi password sharing are absent. On the productivity side, the device supports split-screen multitasking, Picture-in-Picture, full-page scrolling screenshots, a media picker, sharing intents, app offloading, and the ability to play games while they are still downloading. On-device machine learning is available alongside offline voice recognition, voice commands, Live Text selection, phone tracking, multi-user support, and a child lock. The OS does not receive direct vendor updates, and Quick Start is not supported.

Battery:

battery power	5200 mAh
has wireless charging	✕
Supports fast charging	✓
charging speed	18W
comes with a charger	✓
has a removable battery	✕
has a battery level indicator	✓
has a rechargeable battery	✓

The TCL 60 NxtPaper is equipped with a 5200 mAh rechargeable battery that supports 18W fast charging, and a charger is included in the box. A battery level indicator is built in for at-a-glance monitoring. The battery is not removable, and wireless charging is not supported.

Audio:

has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✓
has stereo speakers	✕
has aptX	✕
has LDAC	✕
has aptX HD	✕
has aptX Adaptive	✕
has aptX Lossless	✕
Has a radio	✓

The TCL 60 NxtPaper includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack and a built-in radio, offering a degree of versatility for wired listening and broadcast audio. The device does not feature stereo speakers, and none of the high-quality Bluetooth audio codecs — aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, or LDAC — are supported.

Connectivity & Features:

has 5G support	✓
Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
SIM cards	2 SIM
Bluetooth version	5.4
has an external memory slot	✓
Has USB Type-C	✓
USB version	2
has NFC	✓
download speed	3300 MBits/s
Has a fingerprint scanner	✓
has emergency SOS via satellite	✕
has crash detection	✕
is DLNA-certified	✕
has a gyroscope	✓
supports ANT+	✕
Has a heart rate monitor	✕
has GPS	✓
has a compass	✓
supports Wi-Fi	✓
Has an infrared sensor	✕
has an accelerometer	✓
has a cellular module	✓
Has a barometer	✓
has an HDMI output	✕
Uses 3D facial recognition	✕
Has an iris scanner	✕
Stylus included	✕
supports Galileo	✓
Has motion tracking	✕
Has optical tracking	✕
Has a built-in projector	✕

The TCL 60 NxtPaper supports 5G connectivity alongside Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC, with a maximum download speed of 3300 MBits/s. It accommodates two SIM cards and includes an external memory slot for additional storage. The USB Type-C port operates at USB 2.0, and there is no HDMI output. For navigation and sensing, the device includes GPS with Galileo support, a gyroscope, accelerometer, compass, and barometer, though it lacks an infrared sensor, heart rate monitor, and motion or optical tracking. Security is handled by a fingerprint scanner, while 3D facial recognition and an iris scanner are not present. Features such as emergency SOS via satellite, crash detection, ANT+, DLNA certification, a stylus, and a built-in projector are also absent.

Miscellaneous:

has a video light	✓
Has sapphire glass display	✕
Has a curved display	✕
Has an e-paper display	✓

The TCL 60 NxtPaper includes a video light and features an e-paper display, a less common inclusion in the smartphone category. The display is flat rather than curved, and sapphire glass is not used for screen protection.

Final Verdict

The TCL 60 NxtPaper occupies a clear niche as a large-screen Android 15 smartphone built around practical everyday use rather than pushing boundaries in any single area. Its most distinctive characteristic is the e-paper display mode, which sets it apart from typical LCD devices and adds genuine value for users who read extensively on their phone. A 5200 mAh battery with an included 18W fast charger, solid connectivity across 5G, NFC, and Bluetooth 5.4, and a capable manual camera system round out a feature set that covers daily needs without overreaching. Where it falls short — particularly in screen resolution, video capabilities, and audio output — reflects the compromises inherent to its design priorities. Taken as a whole, the TCL 60 NxtPaper is best understood as a dependable, feature-aware device for users who value battery endurance, reading comfort, and connectivity flexibility over top-tier multimedia performance.