Tecno Phantom V Fold vs Tecno Pop 5X

The Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 44/100 vs 9/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 299g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 35 points (44/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 42
Design 0
Value for money 55
Tecno Pop 5X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 100
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
  • Lighter: 150g vs 299g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Phantom V Fold vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 35 points higher (44/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Tecno Phantom V Fold: The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Pop 5X: The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Phantom V Fold Tecno Pop 5X
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ Unisoc
AnTuTu 1453683
Geekbench Single 1967
Geekbench Multi 5401
Display 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 2000x2296 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 50 MP 8 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB 2GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 32GB
OS Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 299 g 150 g
Price
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
53
camera
Tecno Pop 5X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (25/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (53/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (42/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 35 points (44/100 vs 9/100).

What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Phantom V Fold over the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.