Poco M8 vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 54/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M8 has the bigger battery (5520 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 837,903); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Poco M8 better?
- Bigger battery: 5520 vs 5160 mAh
- Lighter: 178g vs 203g
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 51/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 837903
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 3000
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 8 points higher (62/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 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 notably outperforms the Poco M8 (50/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (79/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 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 | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $209 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco M8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Poco M8 by 44.3% 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 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 notably outperforms the Poco M8 (50/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (79/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 edges out the Poco M8 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.