Poco M8 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 54/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M8 has the bigger battery (5520 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 837,903); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Poco M8 better?
- Bigger battery: 5520 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 178g vs 299g
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 837903
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 3000
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 10 points higher (64/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Poco M8 (74/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Poco M8 (58/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (79/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 837903 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $209 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco M8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco M8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Poco M8 by 45.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Poco M8 (74/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Poco M8 (58/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (79/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Poco M8 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.