Redmi 5A vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Redmi 5A (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 17/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 180,934); the Tecno Phantom X2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 5A doesn't; the Redmi 5A is noticeably lighter (137g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 5A
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Redmi 5A better?
- Lighter: 137g vs 203g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 180934
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 130
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 488
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 5A vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 45 points higher (62/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (71/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (51/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5A significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (79/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 5A | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 180934 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 130 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 488 | 4384 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 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 | 140.4×70.1×8.4 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 137 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 5A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 5A
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 5A
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 5A and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Redmi 5A by 88.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (71/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (79/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (50/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (51/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5A significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (79/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 5A or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A by 45 points (62/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 5A and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Redmi 5A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 5A or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 5A or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 5A over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.