Poco M8 Pro vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Poco M8 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, 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 Poco M8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 1,041,898).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8 Pro
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Poco M8 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 1041898
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 3168
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 206g
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 Pro 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 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 Pro leads (70/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (70/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 Pro and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 Pro | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 1041898 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1223 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3168 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.3×8.3 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco M8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 Pro and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Poco M8 Pro by 30.7% 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 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (70/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 Pro and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 Pro or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 edges out the Poco M8 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco M8 Pro and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco M8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 Pro or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 Pro or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 Pro over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco M8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.