Nothing Phone (2a) vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 59/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 985,261).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2a)
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 203g
- Better camera (57/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 985261
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (2a) vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 3 points higher (62/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (71/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Nothing Phone (2a) are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 985261 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1100 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | — |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2a)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (2a) and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Nothing Phone (2a) by 34.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (71/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Nothing Phone (2a) are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 edges out the Nothing Phone (2a) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Nothing Phone (2a) has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (57/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2a) over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.