Side-by-side technical data
TCL K70 NXTpaper vs TCL 605
Comparison between TCL K70 NXTpaper and TCL 605: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from TCL.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The TCL K70 NXTpaper is the more complete choice for camera features and a smoother display: it adds optical image stabilization and an ultrawide camera, alongside a 120 Hz screen. The TCL 605 suits buyers who need more memory, with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage versus 4 GB and 128 GB.
The K70 pairs a MediaTek Helio G100 with UFS 2.2 storage; the 605 has a MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra and eMMC 5.1. The K70's screen runs at 120 Hz versus 90 Hz, and its resistance rating is IP64 versus IP54. For cameras, the K70 adds optical stabilization, an ultrawide camera, and a 32 MP front camera; the 605's front camera is 8 MP.
The TCL 605 brings 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage versus the K70's 4 GB and 128 GB, and supports reverse charging. Both have a 5200 mAh battery and an IPS LCD display with 720 px horizontal resolution. The 605 also records 2K video at 30 fps, while the K70 supports 5G and the 605 is LTE-only.
TCL K70 NXTpaper
The TCL K70 NXTpaper is better for buyers who prioritize cameras: it has optical image stabilization and an ultrawide camera.
TCL 605
The TCL 605 is the better fit for buyers who need more memory: it offers 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and reverse charging.
The verdict
Your pick: TCL K70 NXTpaper, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware, Camera and Battery & charging. Unless Connectivity decides it for you.
| Category | K70 NXTpaper | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.3 | 4.9 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.3 | 3.9 |
| Camera | 6.9 | 4.2 |
| Connectivity | 4.8 | 5.4 |
| Battery & charging | 5.9 | 5.6 |
Which one is for you?
TCL K70 NXTpaper, if you care about…
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.2
- against Bluetooth 5.1
- Display Refresh Rate
- 120 Hz
- against 90 Hz
- Peak Display Brightness
- 750 nits
- against 480 nits
- Resistance Features
- IP64
- against IP54
TCL 605, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 8 GB
- against 4 GB
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- against 128 GB
- Weight
- 190 g
- against 199.5 g
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | K70 NXTpaper | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio G100 | MediaTek Helio G81 |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm Best value | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | — |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz Best value | 2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB Best value |
| CPU Description | — | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A75 cores at 2.0 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | — |
| RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | — |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
Design
| Specification | K70 NXTpaper | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black | Black, White, Blue |
| Body Thickness | 8.31 mm | 8.3 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 79.47 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Body Height | 168.05 mm | 165.6 mm |
| Weight | 199.5 g | 190 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | — | 85.9 % |
| Body Materials | — | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP64 Best value | IP54 |
| Drop Resistance Class | — | B |
| Repairability Class | — | B |
| Drop Test Count | — | 180 |
Battery
| Specification | K70 NXTpaper | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | — | B |
| Battery Capacity | 5,200 mAh | 5,200 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | — |
| Fast Charge Power | 33 W Best value | 18 W |
| Battery Features | Battery Level Indicator, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Non-Removable | Fast Charging |
| Battery Endurance | — | 49 h 7 min |
| Charge cycles | — | 1,000 |
Display
| Specification | K70 NXTpaper | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.625:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 750 nits Best value | 480 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.75″ Best value | 6.7″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,570 px | 1,600 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 256 ppi | 262 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz Best value | 90 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | — |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass, Capacitive Touch, Hole-Punch Notch | Mohs Level 5, IPS LCD |
Sensors
| Specification | K70 NXTpaper | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | K70 NXTpaper | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Accelerometer, Compass, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyroscope | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer |
Software
| Specification | K70 NXTpaper | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 16 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 Best value | 15 |
Connectivity
| Specification | K70 NXTpaper | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual SIM, Nano-SIM + eSIM | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 4G LTE B1 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B26, LTE B28, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66 |
| Cellular Technologies | LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 Best value | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | — | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, Galileo | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou Best value |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB 2.0 | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0 |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 603.1 Mbps | — |
| Max. upload speed | 11.52 Mbps | — |
Audio
| Specification | K70 NXTpaper | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, DTS | Stereo Speakers |
Technical
| Specification | K70 NXTpaper | 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | — | T517D |
