Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 44/100 vs 26/100 (a 18-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 (1,484,077 vs 607,137); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is thinner (7.5mm vs 8.9mm).
Samsung Galaxy M17
Tecno Phantom X2
- Lighter: 192g vs 203g
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1484077 vs 607137
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 1963
- 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 (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (48/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 18 points higher (44/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (48/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (48/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | 1484077 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | 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 | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $130 | — |
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Samsung Galaxy M17 by 59.1% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (48/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy M17 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.