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 — 71/100 vs 62/100 (a 9-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 (2,604,459 vs 1,504,467); the Tecno Phantom X2 is noticeably lighter (203g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1504467
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 218g
- Better camera (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (71/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 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 | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
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 73.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom X2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (91/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (77/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Tecno Phantom X2 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
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 71/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.