Redmi 12C vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 25/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 348,562).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 203g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 37 points higher (62/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Redmi 12C by 76.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom X2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (71/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (79/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (50/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 37 points (62/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.