The TCL NXTPAPER 60 Ultra arrives as the brand's most ambitious phone in its current catalog, and its big calling card is a screen that doesn't just look good: It is designed to take care of your eyes and reduce daily eye fatigue.At a time when we spend hours glued to our phones, it makes perfect sense for the panel to be the "story."
Beyond that philosophy, the device does not fall short in the rest: it mounts a solvent chip, cameras with periscopic telephoto lens uncommon in its price range, generous battery and a package of artificial intelligence functions focused on reading, writing and concentration which, honestly, are the ones that are actually used.
NXTPAPER 4.0 Display: See like paper, without glare
The spotlight is on its 7,2-inch panel with NXTPAPER 4.0 technology developed in conjunction with CSOT: a combination of hardware and optical treatment that mimics natural lightThe key lies in the use of CPL (circular polarized light) and multiple anti-reflective coatings that completely eliminate reflections and reduce glare by around 97%, something that is noticeable both indoors in harsh light and outdoors in direct sunlight.
The matte finish isn't just a cosmetic indulgence: it adds texture to the touch and avoids the "mirror" effect typical of shiny glass. When you slide your finger, The surface feels smoother and closer to that of an e-book, which makes reading or taking notes less tiring and much more enjoyable.
The display eliminates low-brightness flicker, reduces blue light emission, and can be dimmed to just 2 nits for nighttime use. It also adjusts brightness and color temperature based on your circadian rhythm. helping to avoid interfering with sleep when night fallsFor long reading sessions, “ink mode” switches everything to black and white so you can focus on the text.
In terms of color accuracy, the stakes are high: TCL claims ΔE<1 and nano-array lithography to maintain sharpness without a filter effect. The resolution remains at Full HD, more than sufficient for this diagonal, and fluidity rises to the level we demand in 2025 with 120 Hz. so scrolling and animations look smooth.
Reading and writing: T-Pen Magic and AI that adds
It's one thing to look comfortable, and another to also write with it. This is where the T-Pen Magic comes in, a low-latency EMR (electromagnetic) stylus with S+/SGS certification. The stroke is firm, with good pressure sensitivity, and The feeling of “writing on paper” is very well achieved. It comes as an included accessory, along with a book-style case for the Spanish models.
The TCL Note app is the center of the pen experience: it recognizes handwriting, blends text with drawings, and adds practical features with AI. You can generate summaries of long notes, transcribe voice memos, reorganize ideas with a gesture, or even Use simultaneous interpretation when moving between languagesIt's one of those things that, once you try it, becomes part of your study or work routine.
For reading, the brand offers Max Ink Immersive Mode, activated with the NXTPAPER key. It blocks notifications to eliminate distractions and turns the phone into a true reader, with access to content in multiple languages and audiobook or podcast options. Yes, there's also a function that turn a book into a podcast to listen to it when you can't look at the screen.
If you tend to get lost in notifications and app temptations, this approach makes sense: fewer interruptions and more focus. And since the screen is already matte and low-brightness at night, It doesn't tire you out or dazzle you when you have a good reading session..
Internal design and engine: balance without oddities
The brand hasn't opted for a very expensive processor, but rather for something sensible: the MediaTek Dimensity 7400. It's a SoC with 8 cores (4x ARM Cortex-A78 at 2,6 GHz and 4x high-efficiency ARM Cortex-A55) and a Mali-G615 MC2 GPU. In practice, offers plenty of power for multitasking, creative apps with stylus, and casual gaming, and also manages consumption well.
It's well stocked with memory: 12GB of RAM with the option to expand up to 24GB using virtual RAM (+12GB). Storage starts at 256GB and goes up to 512GB, and can be expanded with microSD (microSDHC/microSDXC), which is always appreciated in mobile phones oriented towards productivity, notes, PDFs and multimedia content.
The battery is generous. Depending on the spec sheet you look at, it's either 5.000 mAh or 5.200 mAh, in either case with 33W fast charging. TCL claims it goes from 0 to 100% in approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and lasts for about 14 hours of daily use. In everyday use, The important thing is that it doesn't leave you exhausted in the middle of the afternoon. and that a short shot gets you out of trouble.
In terms of connectivity, it ticks all the boxes: dual-band Wi-Fi a/b/g/n (including n on 5 GHz) and ac, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi Display, Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C (USB 2.0), location with GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou and Galileo, and compatibility with nano-SIM and eSIM. In addition, the chassis boasts IP68 certification against water and dust and is compatible with magnetic modular accessories.
Cameras: periscope with 3x optical zoom and cinematic look
In photography, TCL has set out to stand out where others recycle sensors. The rear setup is triple with a 50MP periscope telephoto lens offering 3x optical zoom and 6x lossless zoom, supported by optical image stabilization (OIS). This is not usual at this price and opens up many possibilities for portraits and long-distance shots without losing detail.
The main camera is also 50 MP and has a 1 μm pixel pitch to better cope with moving scenes, while the wide-angle camera remains at 8 MP to expand the field of view. According to the brand, Two of the cameras incorporate OIS, so night video and photos gain sharpness.
For video, the device records in 1080p at 30 fps, a sufficient standard for social media and everyday clips. The creative side is rounded out with MuseFilm Imaging, a proprietary image engine that attempts to give each shot that cinematic look that looks so good. with careful colors and a pleasant grain when the light is weak.
On the front, a 32 MP camera takes care of selfies and video calls. With the matte, glare-free display, Looking good on a video call in difficult lighting is easier, because you won't be fighting against uncomfortable glare.
Visual health and certifications: seven technologies at the service of your eyes
TCL's proposal is to address a real problem: eye strain from excessive screen time. NXTPAPER 4.0 combines seven technologies with specific filters and layers, including blue light reduction, multi-layer anti-glare, circadian mode, and TruePaper Restoration to reproduce the appearance of paper. The goal is simple: to use your mobile phone for more hours with less fatigue..
To support its efforts, the company boasts TÜV and SGS certifications covering flicker-free and low blue light emission, among other aspects. In addition, NXTPAPER has accumulated 106 patents, 5 certifications, and 143 media awards, a track record that demonstrates that It is not an isolated experiment but rather a line of continued development since 2021.
Color accuracy with ΔE<1 and nanoarray lithography are technical details that don't sound like empty marketing: they help nail tones without artificial saturations and maintain pleasing sharpness. The CPL filter works with the behavior of light to imitate natural light, That's why the screen doesn't look "washed out" despite being matte..
Ink Mode and Max Ink Immersive Mode are the perfect complement: they remove distractions, lower visual noise, and turn the phone into a competent reader, with built-in audiobook or podcast options. And when night falls, the 2 nits make the difference so as not to dazzle you in bed.
Software and AI: Read more, better, and with fewer interruptions
Android 15 comes loaded with useful features, not bloatware that gets in the way. The AI here is focused on saving time: automatic summaries, speed reading, Q&A on what you're reading, voice note conversion to text, or pitch-based rewrites. You can even turn a book into a podcast. to listen to on the subway, while running, or while cooking.
The NXTPAPER key is used to activate, without looking, that sober reading environment that blocks notifications and reduces visual stimuli. If you struggle to stay focused between WhatsApp, email, and social media, this shortcut is goldAnd since the screen already reduces blue light and eliminates flickering, it all helps you end the day with less strain on your eyes.
For work environments, TCL Note tools with the T-Pen Magic allow you to organize entire projects on your phone: diagrams, mind maps, quick notes, and to-do lists with natural handwriting. Low latency means you won't notice any lag when writing or drawing., something key if you take notes in real time.
Versions, prices and availability in Spain
The TCL NXTPAPER 60 Ultra arrives in Spain in two memory configurations: 12 + 256 GB for 499 euros and 12 + 512 GB for 549 euros. In both cases, it includes a book-style case and the T-Pen stylus in the box, a very important point if you plan to use it for taking notes or studying. Sales will begin soon in the Spanish market.
For reference, the brand has also introduced a version aimed at teenagers, the NXTPAPER 5G Junior, for 249 euros. It inherits the series' eye protection and adds parental control with Google Family Link. Digital detox mode and usage time management for a safer environment.
Launch context: beyond mobile
Along with the 60 Ultra, TCL has unveiled the MOVETIME MT48 children's smartwatch. It's not intended to be a "mini-smartphone," but rather a watch focused on knowing the child's location and communicating seamlessly: GPS L1+L5 for greater urban accuracy, 4G with video calls and VoLTE, messages and chatsFrom the app, you can define safe zones, check location history, and receive alerts if someone leaves the area.
For safety, an SOS button shares real-time location and makes emergency calls. The battery life is up to 2,5 days thanks to a 900 mAh battery. It's IP68 certified and updates the position every second. something useful when moving between tall buildingsThere's also child-friendly AI (voice-based illustrations), interactive spheres, a motion detector, a step counter, and a School Mode that disables games, the camera, and groups so as not to disturb the class. It will be available in Spain for €150.
Quick Fact Sheet
- Screen: 7,2 inches, NXTPAPER 4.0, Matte finish, Full HD (1080 x 2460), 120 Hz, ΔE<1, CPL, Multi-layer anti-glare, minimum brightness 2 nits, Ink mode and Immersive Max Ink Mode (NXTPAPER key).
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7400 (8 cores: 4x Cortex‑A78 @ 2,6 GHz + 4x Cortex‑A55).
- Graph: Mali‑G615 MC2.
- Conference proceedings: 12GB RAM (up to 24GB with virtual RAM), 256/512GB storage + microSD (microSDHC/microSDXC).
- Battery: 5.000–5.200 mAh (according to data sheet), 33 W charging; full charge approx. 1 h 30 min; estimated daily battery life: 14 h.
- Rear cameras: : main 50 MP (1 μm pixel), periscopic telephoto 50 MP with 3x and 6x lossless optical zoom (OIS), wide-angle 8 MP (two cameras with OIS).
- Frontal camera: 32MP.
- Institutional: Up to 1920 x 1080 at 30 fps.
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi a/b/g/n (includes n at 5 GHz) and ac, Dual band, Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display; Bluetooth 5.3; USB‑C (USB 2.0); GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo.
- YES: nano‑SIM and eSIM.
- Resistance: IP68 (water and dust), compatible with magnetic modular accessories.
- System: Android 15 with AI features (summary, speed reading, Q&A, transcription, interpretation, convert books to podcasts); TCL Note app; support for T-Pen Magic (EMR, low latency, S+/SGS certification).
- Others: “TruePaper” texture, nanomatrix lithography, 106 patents, 5 certifications and 143 awards associated with NXTPAPER.
- Prices (Spain): €499 (12 + 256 GB) and €549 (12 + 512 GB), with book-style case and T-Pen included.
The TCL NXTPAPER 60 Ultra proposal fits for those who live with their mobile phone in front of them: a screen that reduces reflections and blue, real tools for reading, studying or writing without distractions, a periscopic zoom that adds value to photography, and balanced hardware with good battery life. If you're looking for a smartphone that's perfect for long hours of use without straining your eyes, there's more to this than marketing: there are design choices that are noticeable from day one.