Poco C65 vs Tecno Phantom X2

The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 33/100 (a 29-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 (1,484,077 vs 346,495).

The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 29 points (62/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Performance 25
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 63
Value for money 50
Tecno Phantom X2
Performance 70
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 51
Portability 48
Value for money
What makes Poco C65 better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 203g

  • Better portability (63/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1484077 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 375
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 1031
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (70/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 29 points higher (62/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (70/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (70/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Poco C65 (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (63/100 vs 48/100).

Poco C65: The Poco C65 is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Phantom X2: The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco C65 Tecno Phantom X2
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
AnTuTu 346495 1484077
Geekbench Single 375 1693
Geekbench Multi 1031 4384
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1600x720 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 13 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 13 / HyperOS Android 12, HIOS 12
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm
Weight 192 g 203 g
Launch price $99
Camera comparison
Poco C65
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Tecno Phantom X2
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
50
camera
Display comparison
Poco C65
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Poco C65
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco C65 and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco C65 MediaTek Helio G85
33/100
346495 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom X2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
62/100 +76.7%
1484077 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom X2 leads Poco C65 by 76.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco C65
$99
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (70/100 vs 25/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (79/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Poco C65 (50/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (63/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 29 points (62/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (70/100 vs 25/100).

Should you choose the Poco C65 over the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Poco C65 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.