TCL P80 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The TCL P80 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $229 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 55/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,667,711 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL P80 5G
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes TCL P80 5G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $999
- Overall rating 55/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL P80 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 34 points higher (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 52/100). Value score: TCL P80 5G — 64/100, 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 P80 5G (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL P80 5G (93/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL P80 5G (80/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL P80 5G | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2766 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $229 | $999 |
Camera comparison
TCL P80 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
TCL P80 5G
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2766
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL P80 5G
- 5000 mAh
- 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 P80 5G and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads TCL P80 5G by 76.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. TCL P80 5G was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL P80 5G (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL P80 5G (93/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL P80 5G (80/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL P80 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL P80 5G by 34 points (89/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the TCL P80 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The TCL P80 5G has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL P80 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL P80 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the TCL P80 5G 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.