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 — 44/100 vs 13/100 (a 31-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 (1,484,077 vs 346,495).

The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 31 points (44/100 vs 13/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Tecno Phantom X2
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 46
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 12C better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 203g

  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1484077 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 1364
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (48/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 31 points higher (44/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 12C: The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Phantom X2: The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 12C Tecno Phantom X2
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
AnTuTu 346495 1484077
Geekbench Single 420 1693
Geekbench Multi 1364 4384
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 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 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
Price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Tecno Phantom X2
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
48
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 12C and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 12C MediaTek Helio G85
13/100
346495 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom X2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
44/100 +76.7%
1484077 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom X2 leads Redmi 12C by 76.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 12C
$120
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (48/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 31 points (44/100 vs 13/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.