Poco M8 vs Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads — 65/100 vs 54/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M8 has the bigger battery (5520 mAh vs 5160); the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 837,903); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
What makes Poco M8 better?
- Bigger battery: 5520 vs 5160 mAh
- Lighter: 178g vs 201g
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 51/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 837903
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 3000
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro scores 11 points higher (65/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads (63/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M8 (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M8 (63/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (79/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 | Tecno Phantom X2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 837903 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | 164.6×72.7×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $209 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco M8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 and Tecno Phantom X2 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads Poco M8 by 44.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M8 (71/100 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 X2 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M8 (63/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (79/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is noticeably better than the Poco M8 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?
The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 or the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads on performance (71/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a better fit for active users.