Redmi K70 vs TCL K70
The Redmi K70 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the TCL K70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo; launch prices were $320 and $149. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K70 leads — 64/100 vs 43/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the TCL K70 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K70 is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 575,630); the TCL K70 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70
TCL K70
What makes Redmi K70 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 2014
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 55/100)
What makes TCL K70 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $320
- Better portability (62/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 vs the TCL K70, the Redmi K70 scores 21 points higher (64/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K70 leads (76/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K70 leads (64/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi K70 — 64/100, TCL K70 — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K70 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (76/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K70 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K70 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (64/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 | TCL K70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | 167.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $320 | $149 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
TCL K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL K70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K70
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
TCL K70
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K70 and TCL K70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K70 leads TCL K70 by 205.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $171. TCL K70 was $171 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K70 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (76/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (90/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K70 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K70 notably outperforms the TCL K70 (64/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 or the TCL K70?
The Redmi K70 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 by 21 points (64/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 and the TCL K70?
The Redmi K70 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the TCL K70 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 or the TCL K70?
The Redmi K70 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 or the TCL K70?
The Redmi K70 leads on performance (76/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 over the TCL K70?
The Redmi K70 is a better fit for active users.