Tecno Pop 5X vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 28/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 225g).
Tecno Pop 5X
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 150g vs 225g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 29/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pop 5X vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 57 points higher (85/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (90/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (78/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Tecno Pop 5X | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 150 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Tecno Pop 5X
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In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (90/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (80/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (78/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 57 points (85/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pop 5X and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Tecno Pop 5X has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pop 5X over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.