TCL 50 XE vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The TCL 50 XE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, 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 40/100 (a 52-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 513,809); the TCL 50 XE is noticeably lighter (185g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 XE
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes TCL 50 XE better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 235g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 XE vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 52 points higher (92/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (82/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (65/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 XE | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.0×8.3 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 XE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 XE
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 XE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 XE and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads TCL 50 XE by 89.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 50 XE
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (100/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (82/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (100/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (92/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (65/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 XE or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE by 52 points (92/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 XE and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The TCL 50 XE has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 XE or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 XE or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 XE 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.