TCL 505 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The TCL 505 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, 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 28/100 (a 59-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 193,858); the TCL 505 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 505
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes TCL 505 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 224g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 505 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 59 points higher (87/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 30/100). 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 505 (98/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 505 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (62/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 505 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×76.7×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
TCL 505
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 505
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 505
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 505 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads TCL 505 by 95.1% 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 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (98/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 505 (83/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 505 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (62/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 505 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL 505 by 59 points (87/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 505 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The TCL 505 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 505 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 505 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the TCL 505 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.