Samsung Galaxy M16 vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Samsung Galaxy M16 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 45/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy M16 is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M16
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Samsung Galaxy M16 better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 203g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M16 vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 17 points higher (62/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (50/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (65/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M16 | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M16 and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Samsung Galaxy M16 by 64.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (71/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (50/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (65/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy M16 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy M16 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M16 over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.