Tecno Pop 5X vs Xiaomi 17
The Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 28/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pop 5X
Xiaomi 17
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
- Lighter: 150g vs 191g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pop 5X vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 59 points higher (87/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (78/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pop 5X | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 150 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (85/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (87/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (78/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 59 points (87/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pop 5X and the Xiaomi 17?
The Tecno Pop 5X has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pop 5X over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.