TCL 50 XL NxtPaper vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, 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 45/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5010); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 513,809); the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 XL NxtPaper
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes TCL 50 XL NxtPaper better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (88/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 XL NxtPaper | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 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 | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 XL NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 XL 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 XL NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 XL NxtPaper and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads TCL 50 XL NxtPaper by 87.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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TCL 50 XL NxtPaper
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (98/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (89/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper by 43 points (88/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The TCL 50 XL NxtPaper has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 XL 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.