Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Tecno Pop X
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Tecno Pop X (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pop X leads — 26/100 vs 18/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000).
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Tecno Pop X
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 186g vs 195g
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Tecno Pop X, the Tecno Pop X scores 8 points higher (26/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop X is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Tecno Pop X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 310000 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 167.9×79.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 186 g | |
| Price | — | $100 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pop X
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.85
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pop X
- 6.8" LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop X is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Tecno Pop X?
The Tecno Pop X edges out the Infinix Hot 12 Play by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Tecno Pop X?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Tecno Pop X — 26/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Tecno Pop X?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pop X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.