Tecno Phantom X2 vs Vivo Y21d

The Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Vivo Y21d (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7225. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 44/100 vs 27/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21d has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,484,077 vs 300,000); the Tecno Phantom X2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y21d doesn't.

The Tecno Phantom X2 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y21d — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom X2
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 46
Design 46
Value for money 55
Vivo Y21d
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 54
Design 38
Value for money 100
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1484077 vs 300000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 580
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 1750
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 203g vs 209g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (48/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo Y21d better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5160 mAh

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Phantom X2 vs the Vivo Y21d, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 17 points higher (44/100 vs 27/100). 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 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21d leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (48/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Phantom X2: The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y21d: The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Phantom X2 Vivo Y21d
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Unisoc T7225
AnTuTu 1484077 300000
Geekbench Single 1693 580
Geekbench Multi 4384 1750
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1608
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 45W 44W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, HIOS 12 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm 166.1×77.0×8.4 mm
Weight 203 g 209 g
Price $110
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom X2
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
48
camera
Vivo Y21d
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y21d
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1608
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Vivo Y21d
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Tecno Phantom X2 and Vivo Y21d, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Tecno Phantom X2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
44/100
1484077 AnTuTu
Vivo Y21d Unisoc T7225
27/100 -394.7%
300000 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom X2 leads Vivo Y21d by 394.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknown
Vivo Y21d
$110
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21d (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (48/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y21d significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom X2 or the Vivo Y21d?

The Tecno Phantom X2 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y21d — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Vivo Y21d?

The Tecno Phantom X2 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo Y21d — 27/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom X2 or the Vivo Y21d?

The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom X2 or the Vivo Y21d?

The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Phantom X2 over the Vivo Y21d?

The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y21d is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.