Redmi 4X vs Tecno Pop 5X

The Redmi 4X (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 435, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 4X leads — 12/100 vs 9/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 4X has the bigger battery (4100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP.

The Redmi 4X edges out the Tecno Pop 5X by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 4X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 14
Design 100
Value for money 100
Tecno Pop 5X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 100
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 4X better?
  • Bigger battery: 4100 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP

  • Longer battery life (14/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?

  • Overall rating 9/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 4X vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Redmi 4X scores 3 points higher (12/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 4X leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 4X and the Tecno Pop 5X are nearly equal (14/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 4X significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 4X: The Redmi 4X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pop 5X: The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 4X Tecno Pop 5X
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 Unisoc
AnTuTu 150628
Geekbench Single 141
Geekbench Multi 618
Display 5.0" IPS LCD 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 2GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 32GB
OS Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS
NFC no no
Dimensions 139.2×70.0×8.7 mm 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 150 g 150 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 4X
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Tecno Pop 5X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 4X
  • 5.0" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 4X
  • 4100 mAh
  • No wireless charging
14
battery
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 4X
$120
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 4X and the Tecno Pop 5X are nearly equal (14/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 4X significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 4X or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Redmi 4X edges out the Tecno Pop 5X by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 4X and the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Redmi 4X has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 4X over the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Redmi 4X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.