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Tecno Phantom V Flip (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£490RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.9 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 13 MP

Tecno Phantom V Flip (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Tecno Phantom V Flip (8GB + 256GB)
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

6.6

Technical score

10%

6.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 55% of smartphones
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 78%
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

7.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

7.1

Display

15%

4.7

Battery

10%

7.3

Software

10%

7.4

Connectivity

4%

3.8

Audio

3%

6.6

Design

â–²Better than 50%
6.4

User score

User score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.2

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 97%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Tecno Phantom V Flip (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

25%

7.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

7.1

Display

15%

4.7

Battery

10%

7.3

Software

10%

7.4

Connectivity

4%

3.8

Audio

3%

6.6

Design

6.6
User score
User score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.4
Popularity
Popularity
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 65% of models
Popularity:
Tecno Phantom V Flip (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 7 points, which is higher than 65.1% of smartphones.
7.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

7.0
Brand name
Tecno
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 8050
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 8050 processor which is faster than processors in 68.9% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 75.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 13 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 13 MP which is higher than that of 83.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 80.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
41 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 41 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 54.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.9 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.9 inches which is larger than the screens of 93.8% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2640 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2640 px which is higher than that of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Pixel density
413 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 413 ppi which is higher than that of 70.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 90.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 2.6% of smartphones.
Charging speed
45 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 6.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
171.7 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 171.7 mm which is taller than 90.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
74.1 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.1 mm which is narrower than 81.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Thickness
7 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7 mm which is thinner than 96.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Weight
194 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 194 g which is lighter than 54.7% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.8% of smartphones.
Device volume
88,578 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 88,578 cm³ which is smaller than 70.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Tecno Phantom V Flip (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 66.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (10 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    10 W vs 6 W
  • 0.23 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 36.3% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (14,693 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    14,693 vs 10,783
  • 25% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.0 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3 GHz & 3x2.6 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3 GHz & 3x2.6 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 28.4% more popular
    Tecno Phantom V Flip (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (6.98 vs 5.4).
    6.98 vs 5.44
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (10 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    10 W vs 6 W
  • 36.3% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (14,693 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    14,693 vs 10,783
  • 25% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.0 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3 GHz & 3x2.6 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3 GHz & 3x2.6 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 55.1% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4266 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,266 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 8050 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 8,050 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    EllaGPT, AI Cam, AI Smart Beauty, AI Smart Body, Memory Anti-aging
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 28.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (41 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    41 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 0.23 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2640 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2640 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has a secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • 4.6% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (413 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    413 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 23.9% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (818 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    818 nits vs 660 nits
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • 1.3 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Is foldable
    This smartphone is foldable, the average smartphone is not. 3.9% of smartphones are foldable devices.
  • 1.9 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.1 mm vs 76 mm
  • 20% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • 27.1% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (573 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    573 min vs 786 min
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 24.6% lower user score
    User score
    6.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average smartphone
    Tecno Phantom V Flip (8GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (6.42 vs 8.000).
    6.42 vs 8
  • 88.5% more expensive
    Tecno Phantom V Flip (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£490 vs £260).
    £490 vs £260
  • 5.2% worse value for money
    Tecno Phantom V Flip (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.97 vs 7.3).
    6.97 vs 7.34
  • 10.5% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (850 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    850 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 1 fewer memory channels
    This smartphone supports fewer memory channels than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone supports 2 channels.
    1 vs 2
  • 25.5% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (453 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    453 vs 608
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 75.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (818 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    818 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 20% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 27.1% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (573 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    573 min vs 786 min
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (88 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    88 vs 99.5
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 8.1 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (171.7 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    171.7 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    September 2023
    2023 vs 2024

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gadgetsnow.indiatimes.com
23/09/2023
Summary of the review
Gadgets Now: Tecno Phantom V Flip: 7 point quick review Are you interested in how the camera performance of this original model compares to newer budg...
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forbes.com
22/09/2023
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Forbes: Tecno Phantom V Flip Review: The Most Affordable Foldable Phone
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speed.ph
16/10/2023
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TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G review: 5 reasons to get it—and 2 reasons to pass Would you like a comparison of how this original model stacks up against its...
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makeuseof.com
02/10/2023
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androidcentral.com
25/09/2023
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Android Central: TECNO PHANTOM V Flip review: A turning point for foldables
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androidauthority.com
22/09/2023
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Android Authority: TECNO Phantom V Flip review: Should you buy it?
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smartzone.de
06/10/2023
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today.it
06/11/2023
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smartworld.it
20/11/2023
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Tecno Phantom V Flip (8GB + 256GB)

  • Most affordable foldable smartphone currently available, offering high value for money
  • Elegant and premium design featuring a leatherette cover and a unique 'timepiece' style circular outer display
  • Sturdy build quality with a steel hinge that supports various folding angles
  • Smooth 120Hz LTPO AMOLED main display with vibrant colors and a relatively shallow crease
  • Fast 45W charging capability that can reach 33% charge in 10 minutes
  • Solid performance for daily tasks and gaming using the MediaTek Dimensity 8050 chipset

What we don't like about Tecno Phantom V Flip (8GB + 256GB)

  • Small circular cover screen is limited to specific widgets and does not support full app usage
  • Lacks any official IP rating for water or dust resistance
  • Camera performance is average, with notable lens flare in night shots and no OIS
  • Significant heating issues during intensive gaming or extended use
  • Battery life is relatively short compared to non-folding phones, often requiring a charge before the day ends
  • Software experience (HiOS) can feel unpolished and lacks certain modern Android features like Dynamic Color

Verdict

The Tecno Phantom V Flip is an affordable and stylish foldable smartphone, powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8050 processor with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It features a large 6.9-inch foldable LTPO AMOLED inner display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a smaller, circular 1.32-inch AMOLED cover screen for quick notifications and selfies. The camera system includes a capable 64MP main sensor and a 13MP ultrawide lens on the rear, plus a 32MP front camera. A primary advantage is its competitive price point for a foldable device, solid build quality, fast 45W wired charging (adapter included in the box), and hands-free "FreeCam" functionality. However, key drawbacks include a lack of IP-rated water resistance, average low-light camera performance, limited functionality of the small cover screen, the presence of some bloatware, and a less polished software update policy compared to rivals.

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