TCL 60 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The TCL 60 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $179 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 43/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,667,711 vs 528,398); the TCL 60 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 60
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes TCL 60 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $999
- Better portability (63/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 60 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 46 points higher (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 48/100). Value score: TCL 60 — 52/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (93/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (63/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 60 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×76.2×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $999 |
Camera comparison
TCL 60
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL 60
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 60
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 60 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads TCL 60 by 85.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $820. TCL 60 was $820 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (93/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (63/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 60 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 by 46 points (89/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 60 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The TCL 60 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 60 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 60 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the TCL 60 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.