Poco M8 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2
The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 54/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 5520); the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 840,643); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 249g).
Poco M8
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- Lighter: 178g vs 249g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 52/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 840643
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 2920
- Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 45W
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 19 points higher (73/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (73/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Poco M8 (73/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (79/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Poco M8 | Tecno Phantom V Fold2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 840643 | 1453683 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2920 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 5750 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HiOS 14 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 249 g | |
| Launch price | $209 | — |
Poco M8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco M8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco M8
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 5750 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco M8 and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Poco M8 by 42.2% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Poco M8 (73/100 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 Fold2 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (79/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is noticeably better than the Poco M8 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (73/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Poco M8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.