A comic spread makes a useful test of what you value in a tablet. Moving between panels should feel natural, but a still page also needs clear lettering, color, and a surface you can read under a lamp. TCL builds the NXTPAPER 11 Plus around these priorities, with a textured 11.5-inch screen and up to 120 Hz for scrolling.
In depth
TCL NXTPAPER 11 Plus review
Published
Best forcomic readers who want matte glass, full color, and enough detail to read lettering inside a panel.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 11.45 inches
- Panel technology
- Matte NXTPAPER IPS LCD
- Processor
- MediaTek Helio G100
- Storage
- 256GB
- Operating system
- Android 15
Pros
- 2200 × 1440 matte display
- 256 GB of built-in storage
Cons
- Fixed internal storage
- A backlit screen still needs charging during extended travel
Display
- 11.45 inches (marketed as 11.5)
- 2200 × 1440
- Up to 120 Hz
TCL's reading modes let you change the rendering for a color illustration or a page of black text. Use the full-color setting when the distinction between two shades carries meaning, as it often does on a map. Switching to a monochrome appearance changes the image the LCD shows. Its backlight still illuminates the page.
Frandroid enjoyed reading comics on the 11 Plus’s matte screen, but preferred to rest the tablet on a knee or stand for longer sessions. A case that supports it at the right angle can make a bigger difference than changing the display mode. 1
Storage
The Plus supports an ample local collection with 256 GB in the linked model. Unlike the NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2, it lacks a microSD slot. That makes it worth checking the size of your comic archive before treating this as a replacement for a tablet that holds several full memory cards.
Pen & Charging
- T-Pen supported
T-Pen support gives the display a second job for marking up a PDF. For a long lecture, the stand or case deserves some attention too. Propping the tablet at a modest angle leaves one hand free to write. The 8,000 mAh battery accepts up to 33 W with compatible charging equipment.
Alternatives
The NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 trades detail and refresh rate for removable storage. Consider the NXTPAPER 14 if viewing a full spread without enlarging it matters more than holding the tablet on a commute.
Verdict
The 11 Plus earns its place for an active reader of illustrated material. Choose the model with removable storage if your collection already travels on cards.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- FrandroidTest TCL NxtPaper 11 Plus : notre avis complet - Tablettes tactiles - Frandroid (opens in a new tab)https://www.frandroid.com/marques/tcl/2812693_test-de-la-tcl-nxtpaper-11-plus-la-meilleure-tablette-pour-lire-ses-bd-comics-et-mangas
Reading comics and supporting the 11 Plus during longer sessions.