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TCL NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 WiFi (6GB + 256GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£220RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:10.95 inchesChipset:MediaTek Helio G80

TCL NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 WiFi (6GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications, 6 expert and video reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components

35%

6.8

Technical score

30%

6.8

List score

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▲Better than 57% of tablets
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 64% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

▲Better than 64%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components

22%

6.8

Performance

20%

5.9

Display

16%

7.0

Camera

14%

7.1

Battery

12%

6.7

Connectivity

8%

8.9

Software

5%

7.4

Design

3%

5.9

Audio

▲Better than 66%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 60% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

7.1

Popularity

Grades by review (6)
6 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 60%
6.8

List score

List score
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (1)
List score: in 1 of 136 lists (1%)
★Better than 90%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £220
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
6GB + 256GB6GB + 64GB8GB + 128GB

What reviewers say about the TCL NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 WiFi (6GB + 256GB)

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Technical Specifications of tablet TCL NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 WiFi (6GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components:

22%

6.8

Performance

20%

5.9

Display

16%

7.0

Camera

14%

7.1

Battery

12%

6.7

Connectivity

8%

8.9

Software

5%

7.4

Design

3%

5.9

Audio

6.8
Reviews score
8.0
List score
6.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

7.8
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 6 GB of RAM, which is more than 65% of tablets and equal to 7.1% of tablets.
Process node
12 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 12 nm process, which is smaller than 53.2% of tablets and equal to 13.9% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 256 GB of internal storage, which is more than 76.4% of tablets and equal to 15.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
416 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 416 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 64.8% of tablets and equal to 4% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G80
This tablet runs on MediaTek Helio G80, which is less advanced than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 0.7% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a 1920×1200 screen, which is sharper than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
207 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 207 ppi, which is lower than 58.8% of tablets and equal to 1.9% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0, which is wider than 57.4% of tablets and equal to 24.7% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
8,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 8,000 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 70.2% of tablets and equal to 4% of tablets.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 18 W, which is faster than 48% of tablets and equal to 12.3% of tablets.
Battery life
13 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 13 hours, which is longer than that of 76.1% of tablets and equal to that of 4.9% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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Operating system
Android 13
This tablet uses the Android 13 operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 91.7%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.7% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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IP rating
IP54
This tablet's IP rating is IP54, which is more protected than 91.8% of tablets and the same as 1.3% of tablets.
Weight
500 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 500 g, which is heavier than 53.5% of tablets and equal to 0.9% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
10 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 10 ms, which is higher than that of 56.9% of tablets and equal to that of 8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 2, which is more than 55.1% of tablets and equal to 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
?
FM radio
?
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TCL NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 WiFi (6GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    13 hours vs 10 hours
  • More advanced operating system
    This tablet has a more advanced operating system than the average tablet (Android 13 vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Android 13 vs Android
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP54 vs not rated).
    IP54 vs not rated
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Helio G80 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio G80 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • 99 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (500 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    500 nits vs 401 nits
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 60% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    7.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (6)
    6 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Helio G80 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Helio G80 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (6 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 4 GB
  • 6 years newer
    This tablet was released more recently than the average tablet (2025 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    September 2025
    2025 vs 2019
  • 14.3% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (12 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    12 nm vs 14 nm
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 99 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (500 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    500 nits vs 401 nits
  • 0.85 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (11 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    10.95 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    13 hours vs 10 hours
  • 21.2% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode adapter
  • More advanced operating system
    This tablet has a more advanced operating system than the average tablet (Android 13 vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Android 13 vs Android
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Supports app offloading
    This tablet supports app offloading, while the average tablet does not. 26.3% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports dynamic themes
    This tablet supports dynamic themes, while the average tablet does not. 29.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% of tablets offer this.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 40.3% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP54 vs not rated).
    IP54 vs not rated
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • 0.7 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (7.3 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    7.3 mm vs 8 mm
  • 1 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    2 vs 1
  • 13.9% lower list score
    List score
    6.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (1)
    List score: in 1 of 136 lists (1%)
    6.8 vs 7.9
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 28.4% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (1,354 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    1,354 points vs 1,891 points
  • 42.9% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (416 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    416 points vs 729 points
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 13.9% lower list score
    List score
    6.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (1)
    List score: in 1 of 136 lists (1%)
    6.8 vs 7.9
  • 28.4% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (1,354 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    1,354 points vs 1,891 points
  • 42.9% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (416 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    416 points vs 729 points
  • 2 fewer GPU execution units
    This tablet has less GPU execution units than the average tablet (2 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    2 vs 4
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 6.3% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (207 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    207 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not support manual white balance, while the average tablet does. 51.5% of tablets support manual white balance.
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.
  • 1 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (10 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    10 ms vs 9 ms
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about TCL NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 WiFi (6GB + 256GB)

  • Matte anti-glare display that significantly reduces eye fatigue and fingerprints
  • Excellent battery life, typically lasting through a full day of mixed use
  • Premium aluminum build quality that feels durable and lightweight
  • High-quality quad-speaker system providing loud and clear audio
  • Specialized reading modes, including 'Ink Mode' for an e-reader-like experience
  • Affordable price point compared to high-end tablets from Apple or Samsung

What customers don't like about TCL NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 WiFi (6GB + 256GB)

  • Sluggish performance with visible stuttering when switching between apps
  • Poor camera quality, with both front and rear 8MP lenses producing grainy and blurry images
  • Slow Wi-Fi 5 connectivity and occasionally inconsistent reception
  • Display clarity is slightly lower than traditional glossy screens due to the matte texture
  • Lack of biometric security like a fingerprint reader (uses less reliable face unlock)
  • Slow 18W charging that can take nearly 4 hours to reach a full charge

Verdict

The TCL NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 WiFi is a productivity-focused tablet featuring an 11-inch 2K (1920 x 1200) NXTPAPER 4.0 display designed with a matte, anti-glare finish and TÜV-certified low blue light for an eye-friendly, paper-like reading experience. This configuration is equipped with 6GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage, powered by a MediaTek Helio G80 octa-core processor and an 8000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging and reverse wired charging. Key pros include its versatile '3-in-1 VersaView' modes (Regular, Color Paper, and Ink Paper), a lightweight 1.1 lb metal build, and the inclusion of a 4096-pressure-level T-PEN stylus for precise digital note-taking. However, notable cons include a modest 60Hz refresh rate, relatively low 500-nit maximum brightness that can struggle in direct sunlight, and a processor that may exhibit sluggishness during heavy multitasking or high-end gaming.

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