TCL 40 NxtPaper vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The TCL 40 NxtPaper (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 39/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5010); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 365,001); the TCL 40 NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (195g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 40 NxtPaper
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes TCL 40 NxtPaper better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 235g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 40 NxtPaper vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 53 points higher (92/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (100/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (63/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 40 NxtPaper | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.2×75.3×7.9 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 40 NxtPaper and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads TCL 40 NxtPaper by 92.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 40 NxtPaper
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (100/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (82/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (100/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (92/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (63/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 40 NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper by 53 points (92/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 40 NxtPaper and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The TCL 40 NxtPaper has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 40 NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 40 NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the TCL 40 NxtPaper over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.