Tecno Phantom X2 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,504,467); the Tecno Phantom X2 is noticeably lighter (203g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom X2
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 223g
- Better portability (48/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1504467
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Phantom X2 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Phantom X2 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1504467 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, HIOS 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Phantom X2 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Tecno Phantom X2 by 72.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Phantom X2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (78/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (90/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom X2 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Tecno Phantom X2 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom X2 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom X2 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Phantom X2 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.