--- source_url: "https://www.ereadersforum.com/threads/nxtpaper-vs-e-ink-why-tcls-nxtpaper-screens-excel-in-outdoor-readability.9425/" title: "NXTPAPER vs E Ink: Why TCL’s NXTPAPER Screens Excel in Outdoor Readability | eReadersForum.com" mirrored_at: 2026-08-25T03:32:22.692Z host: www.ereadersforum.com cited_in_42a: true mirror_canonical: "https://index.42a.ai/www.ereadersforum.com/threads/nxtpaper-vs-e-ink-why-tcls-nxtpaper-screens-excel-in-outdoor-readability.9425/index" --- > **Original source:** https://www.ereadersforum.com/threads/nxtpaper-vs-e-ink-why-tcls-nxtpaper-screens-excel-in-outdoor-readability.9425/ - You’re currently browsing our forums as a guest. That means you can view some content, but many features are limited. 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Oct 2025](https://www.ereadersforum.com/threads/nxtpaper-vs-e-ink-why-tcls-nxtpaper-screens-excel-in-outdoor-readability.9425/post-10037) - Last edited: 12\. Oct 2025 - - [#1](https://www.ereadersforum.com/threads/nxtpaper-vs-e-ink-why-tcls-nxtpaper-screens-excel-in-outdoor-readability.9425/post-10037) Last edited: 12\. Oct 2025 ![41CD2DA8-80D7-415C-95D4-3B42DAB6A6A4.jpeg](https://www.ereadersforum.com/attachments/41cd2da8-80d7-415c-95d4-3b42dab6a6a4-jpeg.2812/ "41CD2DA8-80D7-415C-95D4-3B42DAB6A6A4.jpeg") The **[TCL 60 XE phone](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F62N5KXF?tag=erf0a7-20)**’s **NXTPAPER screen** offers impressive **outdoor readability**, performing far better than standard LCD or OLED displays, though **E Ink** still has a slight advantage in direct sunlight. Its **matte, nonreflective surface** eliminates glare and provides a **paper-like appearance**, making it comfortable for reading outdoors despite a slight reduction in clarity and viewing angles. The screen’s visibility in bright light also makes it easier to use the camera outside. While the device includes **E Ink-style display modes** (black and white or color ink), these are largely cosmetic and don’t improve image quality. **Battery life** is shorter than E Ink but still **better than typical Android phones**, lasting several days when used for reading at lower brightness. Overall, the NXTPAPER display delivers **vivid color, smooth 120Hz refresh rates, and solid outdoor performance**, making it an appealing **alternative to color E Ink** for phones, though traditional E Ink remains preferable for dedicated ereaders. **[TCL NXTPAPER 11 Plus Android Tablet](https://www.amazon.com/TCL-NXTPAPER-Android-Notebook-Included/dp/B0FLJCZFNH?tag=erf0a7-20)** Source: The eBook Reader Blog This post includes affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, eReadersForum.com may earn a commission if you make a purchase — at no extra cost to you. It helps support our community! 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