TCL 505 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The TCL 505 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, 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 28/100 (a 60-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 193,858); the TCL 505 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 505
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes TCL 505 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 505 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 60 points higher (88/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 11/100). 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 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (97/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 505 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (62/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 505 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×76.7×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
TCL 505
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 505
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 505
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 505 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads TCL 505 by 94.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 505
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (97/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (90/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 505 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (62/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 505 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 505 by 60 points (88/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 505 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The TCL 505 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 505 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 505 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the TCL 505 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.