Infinix Smart 9 vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Infinix Smart 9 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 32/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 358,608); the Tecno Phantom X2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart 9 doesn't; the Infinix Smart 9 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Smart 9
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Infinix Smart 9 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 203g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Smart 9 vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 30 points higher (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (71/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 9 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Smart 9 | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 (Go edition), XOS 14 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×77.1×8.4 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Smart 9
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Smart 9
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Smart 9
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Smart 9 and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Infinix Smart 9 by 76.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (71/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (50/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 9 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 9 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 by 30 points (62/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 9 and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Infinix Smart 9 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 9 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart 9 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 9 over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.