The TCL P80 Ultra arrives in a box with a braided USB cable and a textured rear case. Available in 8/256GB for €550 and 8/512GB for €600, the device offers premium value. It features a Midnight Blue, Sunlit Gold, or Burgundy finish.

The phone feels substantial with its 6.83-inch display and 8.3mm thickness housing a 5,800mAh battery. A standout feature is the matte finish covering the back, sides, and screen, providing a smooth, anti-glare experience. The highlight is the world's first AMOLED Nxt Paper display.

A slider on the right side toggles between Max Ink and Paper Mode. Max Ink mode acts as a digital detox, disabling most notifications and extending battery life up to seven days of reading. Paper Mode converts the UI to black and white while allowing color apps like YouTube to function.

A color-fading animation accompanies the mode switch. The phone unlocks upon pickup in Nxt Paper mode. Preloaded with a reader app offering 500 free books, the interface lacks search functionality.

AI features allow book narration and podcast simulation. As a standard phone, the P80 Ultra feels premium and smooth, delivering a unique combination of high-end display technology and practical usability.