Tecno Pop 5X vs Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
The Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) leads — 44/100 vs 9/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 201g).
Tecno Pop 5X
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- Lighter: 150g vs 201g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 48/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (41/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pop 5X vs the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity), the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) scores 35 points higher (44/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) leads (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (100/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Tecno Pop 5X | Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1453683 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 67W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 150 g | 201 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (41/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (51/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (100/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 35 points (44/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pop 5X and the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)?
The Tecno Pop 5X has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) leads on camera score (41/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pop 5X over the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)?
The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) is a better fit for everyday use.