Overall Score
61.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#2159)61.6
Performance(#1728)67.0
Camera(#2187)45.0
Display(#2453)75.5
Battery(#2740)55.5
Build(#10704)68.8
Comparisons Featuring TCL 40 NxtPaper
Short Review
- The TCL 40 NxtPaper features a sleek design with dimensions of 168.2 x 75.3 x 7.9 mm and a weight of 195g, available in Midnight Blue and Opalescent colors.
- Its 6.78-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2460 pixels with a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals.
- Powered by the Mediatek MT6769H Helio G88 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and 8GB of RAM, ensuring reliable performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera system consists of a 50 MP wide lens, a 5 MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while a 32 MP front camera enhances selfies.
- The battery capacity is 5010mAh, supporting 33W fast charging for efficient power management.
- Running on Android 13 with TCL UI, the software experience is user-friendly and up-to-date.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The absence of wireless charging and stereo speakers may limit some multimedia experiences.
- Overall, the TCL 40 NxtPaper combines solid specifications and features for a balanced smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, August 29
Announced2023, August 29
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.78"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution1080 x 2460 pixels (~396 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6769H Helio G88 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52 MC2
Memory256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.2, (ultra wide), 115°, 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera32 MP
Front Camera Details32 MP, (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5010 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5010 mAh
Charging Details33W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions168.2 x 75.3 x 7.9 mm (6.62 x 2.96 x 0.31 in)
Weight195 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMidnight Blue, Opalescent
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 13, TCL UI
OS VersionAndroid 13, TCL UI
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes, with dual speakers
Audio JackYes