Samsung Galaxy M17 vs TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300. By overall MobileRank rating, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro leads — 51/100 vs 48/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (879,714 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 208g
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 879714 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro scores 3 points higher (51/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 169.4×80.1×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy M17 by 30.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro?
The TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy M17 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro?
The TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro leads on camera score (40/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro?
The TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro leads on performance (55/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.