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TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G (6GB + 128GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£200RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:10.4 inchesChipset:MediaTek Dimensity 6100+

TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G (6GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications, 12 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.

7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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 63% of models
Score components

35%

7.1

Technical score

30%

7.1

List score

25%

7.9

Reviews score

10%

?

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

▲Better than 63% of tablets
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 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 73% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

▲Better than 73%
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 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 72% of models
Score components

22%

6.7

Performance

20%

7.0

Display

16%

7.5

Camera

14%

6.8

Battery

12%

8.1

Connectivity

8%

8.5

Software

5%

6.7

Design

3%

4.2

Audio

▲Better than 72%
7.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.9/ 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 52% of models

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

7.9

Popularity

Grades by review (12)
10 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 2 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 52%
7.1

List score

List score
7.1/ 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 138 lists (1%)
★Better than 90%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £200
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G (6GB + 128GB)

Based on 10 · 2

Reviewers like the matte screen and display modes, but complain about dim brightness, poor viewing angles and the carrier lock.
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Technical Specifications of tablet TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 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 72% of models
Score components:

22%

6.7

Performance

20%

7.0

Display

16%

7.5

Camera

14%

6.8

Battery

12%

8.1

Connectivity

8%

8.5

Software

5%

6.7

Design

3%

4.2

Audio

7.1
Reviews score
7.9
List score
7.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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 73% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

7.9
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
6 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 6 nm process, which is smaller than 76.1% of tablets and equal to 8.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 128 GB of internal storage, which is more than 56.2% of tablets and equal to 20% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
734 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 734 points in single-core tests, which is higher than 51% of tablets.
Chipset
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
This tablet runs on MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, which is more advanced than 80.7% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2000×1200
This tablet has a 2000×1200 screen, which is sharper than 58.1% of tablets and equal to 8.1% of tablets.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 90 Hz screen, which is smoother than 73.5% of tablets and equal to 6.7% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
224 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 224 ppi, which is higher than 50.1% of tablets and equal to 11.5% 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
8 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 69.6% of tablets and equal to 19.5% 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
N/A
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Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 6,000 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 54.2% of tablets and equal to 4.2% 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
20 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 20 hours, which is longer than that of 95.8% of tablets and equal to that of 1.4% of tablets.
mixed use
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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What reviewers say
LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% 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
yes
This tablet supports 5G. 91.9% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
?
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet supports app tracking protection. 71.6% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
490 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 490 g, which is lighter than 49.3% of tablets and equal to 2.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
?
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
?
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G (6GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 10 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (20 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    mixed use
    20 hours vs 10 hours
  • 200 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (600 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    600 nits vs 400 nits
  • 50% faster refresh rate
    This tablet has a faster refresh rate than the average tablet (90 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
    90 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 199 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (600 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    600 nits vs 401 nits
  • Supports 5G
    This tablet supports 5G, while the average tablet does not. 8.1% of tablets support 5G.
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 12.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.9/ 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 52% of models

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    7.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (12)
    10 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 2 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.
    7.9 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 57.1% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (6 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    6 nm vs 14 nm
  • 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
  • 2x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 5 years newer
    This tablet was released more recently than the average tablet (2024 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    June 2024
    2024 vs 2019
  • 10% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Mali-G57 MC2 vs Mali-G51).
    Mali-G57 MC2 vs Mali-G51
  • 200 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (600 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    600 nits vs 400 nits
  • 50% faster refresh rate
    This tablet has a faster refresh rate than the average tablet (90 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
    90 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 199 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (600 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    600 nits vs 401 nits
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 0.3 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (10.4 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    10.4 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2000×1200 vs 1920×1200).
    2,000×1,200 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 50% faster touch response
    This tablet samples touch faster than the average tablet (180 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    180 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • 10 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (20 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    mixed use
    20 hours vs 10 hours
  • Supports 5G
    This tablet supports 5G, while the average tablet does not. 8.1% of tablets support 5G.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.3% of tablets support eSIM.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet has a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.3 vs 5).
    5.3 vs 5
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, while the average tablet does not. 35.1% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app tracking protection
    This tablet supports app tracking protection, while the average tablet does not. 28.4% 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.
  • 44.1 mm shorter
    This tablet is shorter than the average tablet (155.9 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    155.9 mm vs 200 mm
  • Supports Bluetooth LE Audio
    This tablet supports Bluetooth LE Audio, the average tablet does not. 11.4% of tablets support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • 10.1% lower list score
    List score
    7.1/ 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 138 lists (1%)
    7.1 vs 7.9
  • 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 Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • 70.83 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (246.1 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    246.13 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 9.1% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (6,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    6,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 10.1% lower list score
    List score
    7.1/ 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 138 lists (1%)
    7.1 vs 7.9
  • 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
  • Less vivid contrast
    This tablet has less contrast than the average tablet (1000:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,000:1 vs 1,015:1
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • 9.1% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (6,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    6,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 70.83 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (246.1 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    246.13 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 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.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
GregglesTV
≈ estimated
13/12/2024
Hands-on review · multitasking, gaming and app tests
Verdict
TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G works well for everyday tasks, though it is not very fast and is light on accessories.
9.0
Shannon Morse
≈ estimated
13/09/2024
Hands-on review · battery, gaming and display tests
Verdict
TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G is good value for the price, with a standout display and long battery life.
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
9to5google.com
≈ estimated
11/10/2024
At a glance · Matte-screen budget tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G is underpowered, but its matte, glare-free screen makes it a good pick for reading and travel.
8.0
the-gadgeteer.com
≈ estimated
03/08/2024
Hands-on review · Reading-focused 5G tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G is a solid mid-range tablet for e-reading and comics, with good performance and fast 5G, but it's small for productivity.
9.0
techaeris.com
≈ estimated
01/08/2024
Hands-on review · Affordable e-reader tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G is a small, fun tablet for reading and social media browsing, though it's only sold through Verizon.
6.0
reviewed.com
≈ estimated
01/08/2024
Hands-on review · Budget matte-screen tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G is a fair budget tablet with an easy-on-the-eyes matte screen, but slow performance and a clumsy settings menu hold it back.
7.0
howtogeek.com
✓ explicit
01/07/2024
Hands-on test · Matte-screen tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G is a budget Android tablet whose matte, paper-like screen suits reading outdoors, but weak viewing angles and Verizon-only sales limit it.
7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
03/07/2024
Lab test · Matte-screen budget tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G is a glare-free reader with fast 5G and good daylight photos, but it's hard to see outdoors and gets only one OS update.
9.0
geardiary.com
✓ explicit
05/08/2024
Hands-on review · eBook and PDF tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G is a paper-like reader for books, newspapers and PDFs, with long battery life, but it is less suited to movies and heavy tasks.
7.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
03/07/2024
Lab test · Budget 5G tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G is an affordable 5G tablet with a paper-like screen, but poor outdoor visibility and short battery life hold it back.
7.0
androidpolice.com
✓ explicit
30/07/2024
Hands-on review · Travel tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G is a good travel tablet, with a glare-free screen, long battery life and 5G, though its cameras are basic.
9.0
zdnet.com
≈ estimated
28/01/2026
Long-term review · E-reader tablet
Verdict
The TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G is a good-value everyday tablet that doubles as an e-reader, but its graphics cannot match an iPad.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G (6GB + 128GB)

  • Innovative NXTPAPER 3.0 matte display that significantly reduces glare and eye strain
  • Excellent for outdoor reading even in bright sunlight
  • Affordable 5G cellular connectivity for on-the-go internet access
  • Versatile display modes, including an 'Ink Paper' mode for an e-reader experience
  • Solid battery life that can last multiple days for light reading
  • Supports expandable storage via a microSD card slot

What customers don't like about TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G (6GB + 128GB)

  • Underwhelming processing power leads to occasional sluggishness and lag
  • Short software support window with limited promised Android OS updates
  • The matte finish can make text appear slightly soft or blurry compared to glossy screens
  • Noticeable delay (several seconds) when switching between display modes
  • Middling camera performance, especially in low-light conditions
  • Display quality and contrast drop significantly when viewed at off-angles

Verdict

The TCL TAB 10 NXTPAPER 5G is a 10.4-inch Android 14 tablet featuring a unique NXTPAPER 3.0 display with a 2000 x 1200 resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate, designed to provide a glare-free, paper-like reading experience. It is powered by a MediaTek 8755 octa-core processor (up to 2.2GHz) paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, which can be expanded by up to 1TB via microSD. Key pros include its eye-friendly matte screen with dedicated 'Ink Paper' and 'Color Paper' modes, integrated 5G cellular connectivity for on-the-go use, and built-in stereo speakers. However, notable cons include its relatively low peak brightness of 600 nits that can struggle in direct sunlight, mediocre battery life from the 6,000mAh cell, and a limited software support window of only one major OS upgrade.

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