Overall Score
47.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#2588)47.8
Performance(#974)88.7
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#2707)74.3
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#1037)81.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The TCL 40 NxtPaper 5G features a sleek design with dimensions of 164.5 x 75.4 x 9 mm and a weight of 192 grams, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 6.6-inch LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels with a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals at a brightness of 500 nits.
- Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6020 chipset, it delivers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and 6GB of RAM, ensuring efficient multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor, complemented by two additional 2 MP sensors for macro and depth, capable of recording 1080p video.
- The 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies and video calls.
- A robust 5000 mAh battery supports long usage times, with 15W charging available.
- Running on Android 13 with TCL UI, the software experience is user-friendly and modern.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC.
- The device lacks wireless charging and stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack.
- Overall, the TCL 40 NxtPaper 5G combines practical features with a reliable performance profile.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, August 29
Announced2023, August 29
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.6"
TypeLCD, 90Hz, 500 nits
Resolution720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 6020 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MC2
Memory256GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions164.5 x 75.4 x 9 mm (6.48 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)
Weight192 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsStarlight Black
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
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
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 13, TCL UI
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass