TCL 50 SE vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The TCL 50 SE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 37/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5010); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 365,001); the TCL 50 SE is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 SE
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes TCL 50 SE better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 SE vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 51 points higher (88/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the TCL 50 SE (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (60/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 SE | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.2×75.5×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 SE
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 SE
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 SE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 SE and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads TCL 50 SE by 90.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 50 SE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (97/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the TCL 50 SE (81/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (60/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 SE or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE by 51 points (88/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 SE and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The TCL 50 SE has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 SE or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 SE or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 SE over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.