Infinix Smart 9 vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Infinix Smart 9 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Smart 9 leads — 23/100 vs 9/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Smart 9 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 188g).
Infinix Smart 9
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Infinix Smart 9 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Infinix Smart 9 scores 14 points higher (23/100 vs 9/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Smart 9 leads (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Smart 9 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Infinix Smart 9 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Infinix Smart 9 | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 14 (Go edition), XOS 14 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×77.1×8.4 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 150 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Infinix Smart 9
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Infinix Smart 9
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Infinix Smart 9
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Smart 9 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Smart 9 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (36/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (100/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 9 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Infinix Smart 9 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pop 5X — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 9 and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Infinix Smart 9 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 9 over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Infinix Smart 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.