TCL 60 XE NxtPaper 5G

Manufacturer: TCL

The TCL 60 XE NxtPaper 5G is an Android 15 smartphone built around a 6.78″ LCD IPS screen that runs at 120Hz with a 396 ppi pixel density, delivering a sharp and fluid viewing experience. It ships with 6GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage expandable up to 2TB, and supports both a physical SIM and an eSIM alongside 5G connectivity.

Under the hood, the device runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100 Plus — a 6 nm octa-core chip paired with a Mali G57 MC2 GPU — and is backed by a 5010 mAh battery with 18W fast charging. The triple rear camera system is led by a 50MP main sensor, complemented by a 32MP front camera, while connectivity options include Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS, and a 3.5mm headphone jack alongside stereo speakers.

Pros

The 6.78-inch LCD IPS screen runs at 120Hz with a 240Hz touch sampling rate, making scrolling and touch input noticeably smooth
A 5010 mAh battery paired with 18W fast charging and an included charger covers both capacity and convenience
The triple rear camera system offers a range of manual controls including exposure, ISO, focus, and white balance, giving users meaningful creative flexibility
Stereo speakers and a 3.5mm headphone jack are both present, covering wired and speaker-based audio without compromise
5G support, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS with Galileo, and an external memory slot make for a well-rounded connectivity package
Android 15 brings a solid set of privacy controls, including app tracking blocking, camera and microphone access management, and clipboard warnings

Cons

Video recording is limited to 1080p at 30 fps, with no support for HDR10 or Dolby Vision recording
Optical image stabilization is absent, which can affect the steadiness of handheld photos and videos
The display lacks branded damage-resistant glass, HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision support, limiting both durability and high-dynamic-range viewing
Wireless charging is not supported, and the battery cannot be removed
None of the high-quality Bluetooth audio codecs are available, including aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, and LDAC
The device does not receive direct OS vendor updates, which may affect the timeliness of future software support

Who is this for?

This device is a solid fit for everyday users who want a large-screen Android experience with smooth performance, as the 6.78-inch 120Hz IPS display and Dimensity 6100 Plus chipset handle daily tasks, media consumption, and casual gaming comfortably. The 5010 mAh battery with included fast charger suits people who rely on their phone throughout the day without consistent access to a power source. Users who value manual camera controls alongside a versatile triple-lens setup, and those who need dependable connectivity through 5G, NFC, and expandable storage, will also find this a practical daily driver.

Who is this NOT for?

Users with demanding mobile photography or videography needs will find limitations here, as the camera lacks optical image stabilization and is capped at 1080p video recording without HDR10 or Dolby Vision support. Power users who rely on wireless audio quality through codecs like aptX or LDAC, or those who stream HDR content regularly on a display that supports Dolby Vision or HDR10, will encounter gaps in the feature set. Similarly, users who depend on wireless charging or expect the latest high-fidelity audio and display standards as part of their workflow will likely find this device falls short of their requirements.

Design:

has a rugged build	✕
can be folded	✕

The TCL 60 XE NxtPaper 5G follows a standard smartphone form factor, as it neither features a rugged build for enhanced durability nor supports a folding mechanism.

Display:

Display type	LCD, IPS
screen size	6.78"
pixel density	396 ppi
resolution	1080 x 2460 px
refresh rate	120Hz
touch sampling rate	240Hz
has branded damage-resistant glass	✕
supports HDR10	✕
supports HDR10+	✕
Always-On Display	✕
supports Dolby Vision	✕
Has a secondary screen	✕
has a touch screen	✓

The display is a 6.78″ LCD IPS touchscreen with a resolution of 1080 x 2460 px and a pixel density of 396 ppi, offering a sharp and detailed image. It supports a 120Hz refresh rate paired with a 240Hz touch sampling rate, contributing to smooth scrolling and responsive input. The screen does not include branded damage-resistant glass, an Always-On Display mode, or a secondary screen, and it lacks support for HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision.

Performance:

internal storage	128GB
RAM	6GB
Chipset (SoC) name	MediaTek Dimensity 6100 Plus
GPU name	Mali G57 MC2
CPU speed	2 x 2.2 & 6 x 2 GHz
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
maximum amount of external memory supported	2000GB
Uses HMP	✓
maximum memory amount	12GB
uses multithreading	✓
DDR memory version	4

The device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100 Plus chipset, built on a 6 nm process and featuring an octa-core CPU with 8 threads running at up to 2.2 GHz using big.LITTLE architecture with HMP support. Graphics are handled by an integrated Mali G57 MC2 GPU clocked at 950 MHz, with support for DirectX 12. It comes with 6GB of DDR4 RAM running at 2133 MHz and 128GB of internal storage, while the maximum supported memory can reach 12GB and external storage can be expanded up to 2000GB. The SoC also includes integrated LTE, supports 64-bit processing and multithreading, rounding out a well-specified performance profile for its class.

Cameras:

megapixels (main camera)	50 & 5 & 2 MP
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera	✓
megapixels (front camera)	32MP
has built-in optical image stabilization	✕
video recording (main camera)	1080 x 30 fps
Has a dual-tone LED flash	✕
number of flash LEDs	1
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	✓
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 rear camera system consists of three lenses with resolutions of 50MP, 5MP, and 2MP, using a CMOS sensor and supporting phase-detection autofocus for photos as well as continuous autofocus during video recording. Manual controls are available for exposure, ISO, focus, and white balance, while shooting modes include HDR, burst, panorama, timelapse, and slow-motion video, with video recording capped at 1080p at 30 fps. Optical image stabilization, laser autofocus, optical zoom, RAW capture, manual shutter speed, HDR10 recording, Dolby Vision recording, and 3D recording are not supported, and the single LED flash does not feature dual-tone or RGB output. The 32MP front camera is a single-lens unit without an under-display placement or a dedicated front-facing flash.

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 device runs Android 15 and includes a broad set of privacy controls, covering location access, camera and microphone permissions, clipboard warnings, and app tracking blocking, though cross-site tracking protection and Mail Privacy Protection are absent. Personalization options include dark mode, dynamic theming, theme customization, widgets, and customizable notifications, while productivity is supported through split-screen multitasking, Picture-in-Picture, full-page screenshots, a media picker, sharing intents, and the ability to play games while they download. The OS also features on-device machine learning, offline voice recognition, voice commands, Live Text, app offloading, a child lock, multi-user support, phone tracking, battery health check, and an extra dim mode. However, it does not support focus modes, Wi-Fi password sharing, Quick Start, or direct OS vendor updates, and it cannot be used as a PC.

Battery:

battery power	5010 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 phone is equipped with a 5010 mAh rechargeable battery that supports 18W fast charging, and a charger is included in the box. A battery level indicator is present, making it straightforward to monitor remaining charge. 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	✓
number of microphones	2

Audio hardware includes stereo speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a built-in radio, and two microphones for voice capture. On the wireless audio side, none of the high-quality Bluetooth codec options are supported, including aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, and LDAC.

Connectivity & Features:

has 5G support	✓
Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
SIM cards	1 SIM, 1 eSIM
Bluetooth version	5.3
has an external memory slot	✓
Has USB Type-C	✓
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 device supports 5G connectivity alongside Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), and accommodates one physical SIM plus one eSIM. It connects via Bluetooth 5.3 and USB Type-C, and includes NFC, a fingerprint scanner, and an external memory slot. Download speeds reach up to 3300 MBits/s, and the sensor suite covers GPS with Galileo support, a gyroscope, accelerometer, compass, and barometer. Features not present include HDMI output, an infrared sensor, ANT+ support, DLNA certification, a heart rate monitor, 3D facial recognition, an iris scanner, crash detection, emergency SOS via satellite, a built-in projector, motion tracking, optical tracking, and a stylus.

Miscellaneous:

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

The device includes a video light to assist with recording in low-light conditions. The display is flat rather than curved, and it features neither sapphire glass nor an e-paper panel.

Final Verdict

The TCL 60 XE NxtPaper 5G presents itself as a capable everyday smartphone built around a large, fluid display and a well-rounded connectivity package that includes 5G, NFC, and expandable storage. Its 5010 mAh battery with 18W fast charging and a thoughtful Android 15 feature set make it a practical choice for users who prioritize endurance and day-to-day versatility over cutting-edge multimedia capabilities. Where it concedes ground — particularly in video recording quality, display HDR support, and wireless audio codecs — reflects a clear focus on core usability rather than premium specialization. For users whose needs align with that profile, the TCL 60 XE NxtPaper 5G delivers a coherent and functional experience without notable compromises in its intended use cases.