TCL 50 XL NxtPaper vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 45/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5010); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 513,809); the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (199g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper by 42 points (87/100 vs 45/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

TCL 50 XL NxtPaper

Performance 41
Display 66
Camera 39
Battery 43
Portability 57
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 88

What makes TCL 50 XL NxtPaper better?

  • Lighter: 199g vs 224g

  • Better portability (57/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 513809
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 688
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5010 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 18W

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 42 points higher (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (57/100 vs 42/100).

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China): The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification TCL 50 XL NxtPaper Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 513809 3950082
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 6800 mAh
Charging 18W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 32 MP 50 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 16
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 167.6×75.5×8.2 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 199 g 224 g
Launch price — $892

Camera comparison

TCL 50 XL NxtPaper

  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 32MP
39
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

TCL 50 XL NxtPaper

  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

TCL 50 XL NxtPaper

  • 5010 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery

Overall performance score

We compared TCL 50 XL NxtPaper and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

TCL 50 XL NxtPaper MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
45/100
513809 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +87.0%
3950082 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads TCL 50 XL NxtPaper by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

TCL 50 XL NxtPaper

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

$892

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (98/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (81/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (87/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper (83/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (57/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper by 42 points (87/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The TCL 50 XL NxtPaper has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).

Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the TCL 50 XL NxtPaper over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.