TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 51/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5200); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro better?
- Lighter: 208g vs 219g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 37 points higher (88/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (81/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.4×80.1×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro by 78.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (81/100 vs 64/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (89/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro by 37 points (88/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.