Tecno Phantom X2 Pro vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 1,420,808).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 1420808
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4688 vs 4384
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 201g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 71/100. In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Phantom X2 Pro | ZTE Axon 50 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1504467 | 1420808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, HIOS 12 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×72.7×9.0 mm | 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Phantom X2 Pro and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 5.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 71/100.
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (86/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra edges out the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.