Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 44/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 1,484,077); the Tecno Phantom X2 is noticeably lighter (203g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Phantom X2
- 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)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 218g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (62/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (48/100 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 (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 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (46/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Phantom X2 by 77.2% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (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 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (48/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (77/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (46/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Tecno Phantom X2 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Phantom X2?
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?
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 is a better fit for everyday use.