Poco X8 Pro vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 28/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Poco X8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 196g).
Poco X8 Pro
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 39/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 196g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Poco X8 Pro scores 36 points higher (64/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (83/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (68/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (78/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 150 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pop 5X
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In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (83/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (68/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (78/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 36 points (64/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 28/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.