Poco C85 vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Poco C85 (2026) 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 36/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 348,562); the Tecno Phantom X2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco C85 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C85
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Poco C85 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 203g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 1461
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C85 vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 26 points higher (62/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 29/100). 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 C85 (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Poco C85 (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Poco C85 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C85 | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 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 | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.0 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco C85
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco C85
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C85
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C85 and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Poco C85 by 76.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (71/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 (79/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Poco C85 (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Poco C85 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C85 is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C85 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Poco C85 by 26 points (62/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C85 and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco C85 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C85 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C85 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco C85 over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.