Redmi 5 Plus vs Tecno Pop 5X

The Redmi 5 Plus (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 5 Plus leads — 10/100 vs 9/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 8 MP; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 180g).

The Redmi 5 Plus edges out the Tecno Pop 5X by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 5 Plus
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 75
Value for money 98
Tecno Pop 5X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 100
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 5 Plus better?
  • Better main camera: 12MP vs 8MP

  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
  • Lighter: 150g vs 180g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 5 Plus vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Redmi 5 Plus scores 1 points higher (10/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5 Plus leads (98/100 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, both devices are on the same level — 12/100. In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X notably outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5 Plus significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (98/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 5 Plus: The Redmi 5 Plus 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 5 Plus Tecno Pop 5X
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 Unisoc
AnTuTu 218879
Geekbench Single 189
Geekbench Multi 862
Display 6.0" IPS LCD 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 12 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 2GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 32GB
OS Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS
NFC no no
Dimensions 158.5×75.5×8.1 mm 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 180 g 150 g
Price $170
Camera comparison
Redmi 5 Plus
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Tecno Pop 5X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 5 Plus
  • 6.0" 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 5 Plus
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 5 Plus
$170
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, both devices are on the same level — 12/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X notably outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (100/100 vs 75/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 5 Plus significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (98/100 vs 55/100).

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

The Redmi 5 Plus edges out the Tecno Pop 5X by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

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

The Redmi 5 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.

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

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