Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 47/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5160); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 1,484,077); the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is noticeably lighter (201g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 1484077
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 201g vs 218g
- Better camera (60/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (48/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 15 points higher (62/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads (60/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (65/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (60/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (48/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Phantom X2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 1484077 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.6×72.7×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 201 g | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Phantom X2 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Phantom X2 Pro by 77.2% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (65/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (60/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (77/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (48/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads on camera score (60/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.