Redmi 3S vs Tecno Phantom X2

The Redmi 3S (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 44/100 vs 12/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,484,077 vs 180,440); the Tecno Phantom X2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 3S doesn't; the Redmi 3S is noticeably lighter (144g vs 203g).

The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S by 32 points (44/100 vs 12/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 3S
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 14
Design 100
Value for money 100
Tecno Phantom X2
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 46
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 3S better?
  • Lighter: 144g vs 203g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1484077 vs 180440
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 205
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 827
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4100 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • 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 14/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 3S vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 32 points higher (44/100 vs 12/100). 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 14/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (46/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 3S: The Redmi 3S 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 3S Tecno Phantom X2
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
AnTuTu 180440 1484077
Geekbench Single 205 1693
Geekbench Multi 827 4384
Display 5.0" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 8GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 256GB
OS Android 12, HIOS 12
NFC no yes
Dimensions 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm
Weight 144 g 203 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 3S
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Tecno Phantom X2
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
48
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 3S
  • 5.0" 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 3S
  • 4100 mAh
  • No wireless charging
14
battery
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 3S and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 3S Qualcomm Snapdragon 430
12/100
180440 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom X2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
44/100 +87.8%
1484077 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom X2 leads Redmi 3S by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 3S
$120
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (48/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (46/100 vs 14/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 3S or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S by 32 points (44/100 vs 12/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 3S and the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi 3S has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 3S or the Tecno Phantom X2?

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

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 3S or the Tecno Phantom X2?

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

Should you choose the Redmi 3S over the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi 3S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.