TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $449 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 57/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 953,150).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER better?
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $799
- Better portability (47/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 219g vs 227g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 31 points higher (88/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 50/100). Value score: TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER — 38/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (97/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is a bit better (47/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 953150 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 174.5×81.2×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $799 |
Camera comparison
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER by 73.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $350. TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER was $350 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (97/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (81/100 vs 63/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (90/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (90/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is a bit better (47/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER by 31 points (88/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER 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.