TCL 50 XE vs Xiaomi 17
The TCL 50 XE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 40/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5010); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 513,809).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 XE
Xiaomi 17
What makes TCL 50 XE better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 191g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 XE vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 47 points higher (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XE and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 XE | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.0×8.3 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 XE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 XE
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 XE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 XE and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads TCL 50 XE by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 50 XE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (95/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (85/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (81/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (87/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XE and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 XE or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE by 47 points (87/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 XE and the Xiaomi 17?
The TCL 50 XE has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 XE or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 XE or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 XE over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.