Why the TCL 50 Pro NXTPaper Deserves More Attention
The TCL 50 Pro NXTPaper combines some uncommon features and strong build quality that make it a solid value, especially for buyers who want something different from the usual midrange phones. Here’s where it shines:
Key Strengths
- Eye-friendly Matte Display with “NXTPaper” / Ink Mode
- The phone has a 6.8-inch 120Hz LCD display with a matte finish and “Max Ink Mode” / NXTPaper mode. This reduces glare and blue light, making it much easier on the eyes for reading, long scrolling, or working under strong light. (The Verge)
- It toggles between regular full-color mode and a monochrome “ink” style, which can help save battery when doing light tasks like reading. (Tech Advisor)
- Strong Specs for the Price
- 108 MP main camera, solid selfie cam (32 MP) in the Pro version. (Priceinto)
- 512 GB storage + 8 GB RAM: generous for multitasking and keeping lots of apps & media. (Priceinto)
- Battery life is good: 5,010 mAh with 33W fast charging. Coupled with the ink/low light modes, battery stretch is even better. (Tech Advisor)
- Build, Design, and Extras
- Decent build quality, multiple color options, side fingerprint sensor, etc. (Tech Advisor)
- Software side isn’t perfect (some bloatware is mentioned), but generally usable and solid for the price. (Tech Advisor)
Where It’s Less Strong
- Display isn’t OLED, so in very bright sunlight it may lag behind high-end flagships. (Reddit)
- Not the best for heavy gaming – the GPU and chip are mid-range. If gaming is your priority, there may be better options. (Tech Advisor)
Is It Good Value in Kenya?
Yes. When you compare what you get versus what you pay, the TCL 50 Pro NXTPaper offers strong value. Here’s the current situation:
Pricing & Where to Buy
- Market price is around KSh 46,000 for the 8/512 GB variant. (Mobileinto)
- Some local retailers/offline shops and online stores stock it. MobileInto Kenya is one source. (Mobileinto)
- Overseas importers like Ubuy list it much higher when shipping + customs are included. (Ubuy Kenya)
What You’re Getting for ~KSh 46,000
- A large storage capacity (512 GB) which is rare around that price in Kenya.
- A matte display that helps reduce glare (useful for students, readers, people who use phones a lot outdoors).
- Good battery capacity and battery-saving features.
- Decent cameras and modern features without the premium markup.
So for many users, especially those who care about eye comfort, reading, battery life, and good storage, this phone gives more for what you pay than many competing midrange phones.
Final Verdict
If you’re looking for a phone in Kenya in the KSh 45,000–50,000 range and you care about reading comfort, battery life, storage, and a clean, solid set of features rather than sheer gaming power or the absolute top-tier camera, the TCL 50 Pro NXTPaper is underrated.
It’s not perfect: it’s not going to beat the flagship phones in brightness, camera quality, or speed for high-end gaming. But for many users, it offers excellent value on real practical use.
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