TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, 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 51/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5200); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 879,714); the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is noticeably lighter (208g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro by 36 points (87/100 vs 51/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro

Performance 55
Display 64
Camera 40
Battery 50
Portability 55
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 88

What makes TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro better?

  • Lighter: 208g vs 224g

  • Better portability (55/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 879714
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1001
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2918
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 33W

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 64/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 36 points higher (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (81/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (83/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 879714 3950082
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 6800 mAh
Charging 33W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 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 —
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 169.4×80.1×8.0 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 208 g 224 g
Launch price — $892

Camera comparison

TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
40
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro

  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
64
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro

  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery

Overall performance score

We compared TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 7300
51/100
879714 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +77.7%
3950082 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro by 77.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

$892

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (81/100 vs 64/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (87/100 vs 40/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (83/100 vs 50/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro by 36 points (87/100 vs 51/100).

What is the rating of the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).

Which is more powerful: the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 55/100).

Should you choose the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro 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.