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Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£790RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:7.85 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP

Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 (12GB + 512GB) 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 Fold 2 (12GB + 512GB)
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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%

7.8

Technical score

10%

6.4

User score

â–²Better than 78% of smartphones
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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 56% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 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 82% of models
Score components

25%

8.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

7.1

Display

15%

7.7

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

7.9

Audio

3%

5.7

Design

â–²Better than 82%
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%

6.6

User ratings

30%

6.1

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 Fold 2 (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 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 82% of models
Score components:

25%

8.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

7.1

Display

15%

7.7

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

7.9

Audio

3%

5.7

Design

7.8
User score
User score
6.4/ 10
✕
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%

6.6

User ratings

30%

6.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.4
Popularity
Popularity
6.1/ 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 56% of models
Popularity:
Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 6.1 points, which is higher than 55.6% of smartphones.
6.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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 56% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

7.3
Brand name
Tecno
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ processor which is faster than processors in 83.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% 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
50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 72.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 which is narrower than that of 81.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
72 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 72 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 90.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.2 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.2 µm which is larger than in 83.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4.9% of smartphones.
2.4 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
7.85 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 7.85 inches which is larger than the screens of 98.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
2000x 2296 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 2000x2296 px which is higher than that of 95.9% of smartphones.
Pixel density
388 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 388 ppi which is lower than that of 67.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% 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
5,750 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,750 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 72.1% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
70 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 70 W which is faster than in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 0.4% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports 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
?
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
?
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Height
159 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 159 mm which is shorter than 83.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
140.4 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 140.4 mm which is wider than 98.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
6.1 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 6.1 mm which is thinner than 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
249 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 249 g which is heavier than 89.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
133,560 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 133,560 cm³ which is larger than 89.9% of smartphones.
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Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (2000x2296 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    2000x2296 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 1.18 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7.85 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.85 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.85 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 4x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (4096 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    4,096 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2.34x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (60 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    60 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    24 GB vs 14 GB
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 36.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3750 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,750 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 2.09x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2,559 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    2,559 vs 1,226
  • 30.8% higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (1,292 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    1,292 vs 988
  • 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.
    Circle to Search, Ella AI Assistant, AI Summary, AI Translation, AI Artboard, AI Eraser
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 0.4 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.4 binned
    1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP & 16 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP & 16 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Has a pro camera setup
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 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 6E (802.11ax), 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)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (2000x2296 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    2000x2296 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 1.18 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7.85 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Has a secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • 600 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1600 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2.12x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (70 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    70 W vs 33 W
  • 15% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5750 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,750 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 2.2 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (6.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    6.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 4.6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (159 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    159 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Is foldable
    This smartphone is foldable, the average smartphone is not. 3.9% of smartphones are foldable devices.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (9:34 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average smartphone scores 13:30 hour/s.
    9:34 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • 320.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (573 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    573 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 3.04x more expensive
    Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£790 vs £260).
    £790 vs £260
  • 24.2% 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 Fold 2 (12GB + 512GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (6.44 vs 8.000).
    6.44 vs 8
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3.1 vs 3.2
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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.
  • 320.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (573 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    573 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 1.8% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (388 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    388 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 9.1% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    600 nits vs 660 nits
  • Lower GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (9:34 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average smartphone scores 13:30 hour/s.
    9:34 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • 26.9% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (249 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    249 g vs 196.2 g
  • 64.4 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (140.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    140.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • 36.6% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (133560 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    133,560 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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indianexpress.com
13/01/2025
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counterpointresearch.com
13/11/2024
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yugatech.com
05/12/2024
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cnbctv18.com
22/12/2024
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cnet.com
13/09/2024
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tech.hindustantimes.com
07/02/2025
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yankodesign.com
13/09/2024
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forbes.com
08/12/2024
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androidheadlines.com
16/09/2024
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androidcentral.com
13/09/2024
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01/09/2024
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iftinfo.com
13/09/2024
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forbes.com
08/12/2024
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counterpointresearch.com
13 de noviembre de 2024
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cnet.com
13/09/2024
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 (12GB + 512GB)

  • Considerably thinner and lighter design compared to its predecessor and some competitors.
  • Excellent battery life (5,750mAh capacity) that comfortably lasts a full day, with 70W fast charging and 15W wireless charging support.
  • Both the large inner and cover displays are vivid, very responsive, have 120Hz refresh rates, and the main screen's crease is minimal/hardly noticeable.
  • Performance is generally good for day-to-day use and multitasking, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ processor.
  • The main 50MP camera performs very well, producing detailed and sharp pictures, even in low light.
  • HiOS Fold 14.5 software is well-optimized, offers extensive customization/productivity features (including many AI tools), and smooth multitasking.
  • Comes with a quality case (often with a kickstand) and a 70W charging brick included in the box, a consumer-friendly gesture.
  • Offers great value for money, being significantly cheaper than other book-style foldables with competitive features.
  • IP54 certified for water and dust resistance.

What we don't like about Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 (12GB + 512GB)

  • The MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ processor is not the most recent flagship chip (announced June 2022) and shows occasional micro-stutters or gets warm during very demanding games.
  • The main display's brightness could be higher, especially for use in direct sunlight.
  • Secondary (ultrawide and portrait) cameras are a level below the main sensor, with noticeable color shifts and quality drops in low light.
  • The hinge feels slightly stiff, is not as premium as competitors', and doesn't prop up easily at all angles (lacks robust Flex Mode functionality).
  • Tecno only promises a limited number of OS updates (e.g., two years of feature support), raising concerns about long-term support.
  • Notification issues on wearables have been reported by some users.
  • Stylus (Phantom V Pen) is not included in the box and there is no integrated storage slot for it.
  • Some users report the main screen crease becomes more visible over time and there were mixed reviews on long-term durability.

Verdict

The Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 (12GB + 512GB) is a competitively priced book-style foldable smartphone running Android 14 with HiOS 14 Fold, featuring a 7.85-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED inner display and a 6.42-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED cover screen protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ processor and a large 5750mAh battery with 70W wired and 15W wireless charging support. Key pros include its large and vibrant displays with a nearly invisible crease, good quality triple 50MP rear camera system (main, ultrawide, and 2x optical telephoto lenses), inclusion of advanced AI features and V Pen stylus support (stylus sold separately), and a significantly more affordable price point compared to many competitors. However, cons involve using a dated processor compared to some flagships, a hinge that might not stay propped open as well at all angles, and limited software support with only two major OS updates promised.

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