Tecno Spark 50 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Tecno Spark 50 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $179 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 90/100 vs 47/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6500); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 524,785); the Tecno Spark 50 5G is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Tecno Spark 50 5G
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $999
- Better portability (64/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Tecno Spark 50 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Tecno Spark 50 5G — 62/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 92/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (64/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Tecno Spark 50 5G | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $999 |
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Tecno Spark 50 5G and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Tecno Spark 50 5G by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $820. Tecno Spark 50 5G was $820 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (98/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (91/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (89/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (64/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 50 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G by 43 points (90/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 50 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Tecno Spark 50 5G has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 50 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 50 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 50 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Tecno Spark 50 5G is a better fit for everyday use. 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.