Poco X8 Pro vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 62/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 1,504,467).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 1504467
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Lighter: 196g vs 203g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1555
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (50/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Poco X8 Pro scores 1 points higher (63/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (83/100 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 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 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
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Tecno Phantom X2 by 31.5% 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 is a bit better (76/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (83/100 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 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco X8 Pro edges out the Tecno Phantom X2 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro 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 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.