TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 49/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5010); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 528,398); the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (196g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 196g vs 219g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 39 points higher (88/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.6×75.5×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper by 86.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper (98/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper (87/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper (89/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper by 39 points (88/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 Pro NxtPaper over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.