Infinix Hot 9 Play vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Infinix Hot 9 Play (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 27/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 9 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 155,362); the Tecno Phantom X2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 9 Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 9 Play
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Infinix Hot 9 Play better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5160 mAh
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 486
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 209g
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 9 Play vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 35 points higher (62/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play leads (79/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (71/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (79/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (79/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Infinix Hot 9 Play are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 9 Play | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition) - 32/2GBAndroid 9.0 (Pie) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 171.8×78.0×8.9 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 9 Play and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Infinix Hot 9 Play by 89.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (71/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (79/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (50/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (79/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Infinix Hot 9 Play are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play by 35 points (62/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 9 Play and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 9 Play over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.