Redmi Note 9S vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2

The Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 39/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 517,460); the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9S doesn't; the Redmi Note 9S is noticeably lighter (210g vs 249g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi Note 9S

Performance 41
Display 42
Camera 34
Battery 43
Portability 44
Value for money 38

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

Performance 74
Display 79
Camera 78
Battery 68
Portability 52
Value for money —

What makes Redmi Note 9S better?

  • Lighter: 210g vs 249g

  • Overall rating 39/100

What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 517460
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 746
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1762
  • Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5020 mAh
  • Faster charging: 70W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (74/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better portability (52/100 vs 44/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 9S vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 34 points higher (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (74/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (74/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (79/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).

Tecno Phantom V Fold2: The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi Note 9S Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 517460 1540240
Geekbench Single 746 1967
Geekbench Multi 1762 5401
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2000x2296
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5020 mAh 5750 mAh
Charging 18W 70W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 512GB
OS Android 10 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 450 nits 1600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection — IP54
Dimensions 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm
Weight 210 g 249 g
Launch price $200 —

Camera comparison

Redmi Note 9S

  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
34
camera

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Redmi Note 9S

  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
42
display

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Battery and charging

Redmi Note 9S

  • 5020 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

  • 5750 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 15W
68
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 9S and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 9S Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G
39/100
517460 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
73/100 +66.4%
1540240 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Redmi Note 9S by 66.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi Note 9S

$200

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (74/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (79/100 vs 42/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (78/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (68/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi Note 9S or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9S and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Redmi Note 9S has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9S or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 9S or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (74/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 9S over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.