TCL K70 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The TCL K70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $149 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 575,630); the TCL K70 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL K70
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes TCL K70 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $999
- Better portability (62/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL K70 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 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 48/100). Value score: TCL K70 — 60/100, 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 K70 (97/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (62/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL K70 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 575630 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2014 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 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 | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×79.1×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $149 | $999 |
Camera comparison
TCL K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL K70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL K70
- 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 K70 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads TCL K70 by 84.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $850. TCL K70 was $850 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (97/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (93/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (62/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL K70 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL K70 by 46 points (89/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the TCL K70 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The TCL K70 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL K70 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL K70 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the TCL K70 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.