Tecno Phantom X2 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 65/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,504,467); the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is noticeably lighter (201g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 Pro better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 235g
- Better portability (47/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1504467
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (100/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a bit better (47/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Phantom X2 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1504467 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, HIOS 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×72.7×9.0 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Phantom X2 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Tecno Phantom X2 Pro by 69.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (100/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (100/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (92/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a bit better (47/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro by 27 points (92/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.