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Tecno Phantom X2 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.8 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP

Tecno Phantom X2 (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.

7.1

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 63% of models
Score components

90%

7.1

Technical score

10%

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User score

▲Better than 63% of smartphones
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components

25%

7.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.8

Camera

15%

6.5

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.3

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

4.1

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

▲Better than 65% of smartphones
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £400

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Tecno Phantom X2 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components:

25%

7.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.8

Camera

15%

6.5

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.3

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

4.1

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

7.1
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Tecno Phantom X2 (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 58% of models
Score components:

60%

7.1

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

7.5
Brand name
Tecno
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 9000
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 9000
▲ Better than 83% of models
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 processor which is faster than processors in 83.3% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
RAM capacity
8 GB
▼ Worse than 41% of models
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
Internal storage
256 GB
▲ Better than 39% of models
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
3.05 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
3.05 GHz
▲ Better than 79% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.05 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 79% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
▲ Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
▼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
▼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
▲ Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
▲ Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
▲ Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP
▲ Better than 84% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 83.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7
Main camera aperture
f/1.7
▲ Better than 79% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 which is wider than that of 79.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
41 mm²
Main camera sensor area
41 mm²
▲ Better than 54% of models
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
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
▼ Worse than 43% of models
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
Number of SIM slots
2
▲ Better than 4% of models
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
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.8 inches
Screen size
6.8 inches
▲ Better than 84% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.8 inches which is larger than the screens of 84.4% of smartphones and equal to those of 4.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
▼ Worse than 43% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
399 ppi
Pixel density
399 ppi
▲ Better than 56% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 399 ppi which is higher than that of 55.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
▲ Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Refresh rate
90 Hz
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,160 mAh
Battery capacity
5,160 mAh
▲ Better than 63% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,160 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 62.8% of smartphones and equal to those in 1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
45 W
Charging speed
45 W
▲ Better than 57% of models
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
Fast charging
yes
▲ Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
60 min
GSMArena full wired charge time
60 min
▲ Better than 52% of models
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 60 min which is faster than 52% of smartphones and equal to the time of 6.1% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
▼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
Stereo speakers
no
▼ Worse than 64% of models
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
▼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
▼ Worse than 23% of models
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
yes
FM radio
yes
▲ Better than 66% of models
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
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Height
164.6 mm
Height
164.6 mm
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 164.6 mm which is taller than 65.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Width
72.7 mm
Width
72.7 mm
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 72.7 mm which is narrower than 91.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.9 mm
Thickness
8.9 mm
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.9 mm which is thicker than 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
203 g
Weight
203 g
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 203 g which is heavier than 62.8% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
94,464 cm³
Device volume
94,464 cm³
▲ Better than 62% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 94,464 cm³ which is smaller than 62.3% of smartphones.
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Tecno Phantom X2 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 27.1% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.05 GHz
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.05 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    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
  • 0.13 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.8 inches
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 2.46x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    7,655
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (7,655 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    7,655 vs 3,115
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    64 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 3 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    4
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (4 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    4 vs 1
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    1 x 3.05 GHz & 3 x 2.85 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.05 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.
    1x3.05 GHz & 3x2.85 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 27.1% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.05 GHz
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.05 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    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
  • 2.46x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    7,655
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (7,655 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    7,655 vs 3,115
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    1 x 3.05 GHz & 3 x 2.85 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.05 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.
    1x3.05 GHz & 3x2.85 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    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
    Memory bandwidth
    60 GB/s
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    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
    Maximum RAM
    24 GB
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    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
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 9000
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 9000 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 9,000 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2x more L3 cache
    L3 cache
    8,192 KB
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    Memory channels
    4
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <2 – >4
    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
    Memory speed
    3,750 MHz
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    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
  • 95.6% higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    2,398
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <313 – >4.7k
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2,398 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    2,398 vs 1,226
  • 2x more L1
    L1 cache
    64 KB
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <32 KB – >192 KB
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Master of Language, Smart Panel, Ella AI Voice Assistant, AI-Gallery 5, Smart Scanner
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    64 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 3 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    4
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (4 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    4 vs 1
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    ▲ Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    360° panorama
    yes
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    2160 x 60 fps
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 28.1% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    41 mm²
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    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
    Front camera megapixels
    32 MP
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    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
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.7
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 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 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    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
  • 0.13 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.8 inches
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    Touch sampling rate
    360 Hz
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <120 Hz – >480 Hz
    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
    Always-on display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Better display glass type
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    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 curved display
    Curved display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 1% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    399 ppi
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (399 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    399 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 7.6% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    710 nits
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (710 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    710 nits vs 660 nits
  • 3.2% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    5,160 mAh
    ▲ Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5160 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,160 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    GSMArena battery life endurance score
    110
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <74 – >125
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (110 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    110 vs 99.5
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    45 W
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    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
  • Has FM radio
    FM radio
    yes
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 3.3 mm narrower
    Width
    72.7 mm
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (72.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    72.7 mm vs 76 mm
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    90 Hz
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No stereo speakers
    Stereo speakers
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No aptX HD
    aptX HD
    no
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    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
    Reverse wired charging
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No battery health monitoring
    Battery health monitoring
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • 5.44x less popular
    Tecno Phantom X2 (8GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 53.9% more expensive
    Tecno Phantom X2 (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£400 vs £260).
    £400 vs £260
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    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
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    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
    Battery health monitoring
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Older Android version
    Android version
    Android 12
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    Instant markup
    no
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.5
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    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
    Memory card slot
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    90 Hz
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 290 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    710 nits
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (710 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    710 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • No reverse wired charging
    Reverse wired charging
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No stereo speakers
    Stereo speakers
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No aptX HD
    aptX HD
    no
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 0.6 mm thicker
    Thickness
    8.9 mm
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 3.5% heavier
    Weight
    203 g
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (203 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    203 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2023
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    January 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 1 mm taller
    Height
    164.6 mm
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (164.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    164.6 mm vs 163.6 mm

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12/02/2023
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02/02/2023
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07/12/2022
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What we like about Tecno Phantom X2 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Premium build quality with a unique 'unibody double-curved' design and a glass or vegan leather back
  • High-performance MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset that handles intensive gaming and multitasking with ease
  • Large 6.8-inch curved AMOLED display featuring a smooth 120Hz refresh rate
  • Long-lasting 5,160mAh battery often capable of exceeding a full day of heavy use
  • Capable 64MP main camera and 32MP selfie shooter that produce detailed, vibrant photos in daylight
  • Fast and reliable under-display optical fingerprint scanner
  • Inclusion of a premium kickstand case and a 45W fast charger in the box

What we don't like about Tecno Phantom X2 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Software experience (HiOS) lacks refinement, contains significant bloatware, and has a poor track record for timely updates
  • Absence of dual stereo speakers; utilizes a single bottom-firing speaker that lacks premium audio depth
  • No official IP rating for water or dust resistance
  • Lack of Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) on the standard X2 model's rear cameras
  • Display peak brightness (approx. 500–700 nits) can feel dim under direct sunlight compared to competitors
  • 45W charging speed is slower than many flagship rivals in the same price segment
  • Lack of high-end features such as wireless charging, HDR video support on display, and expandable microSD storage

Verdict

The Tecno Phantom X2 is a premium 5G smartphone featuring a vibrant 6.8-inch curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a flagship-level MediaTek Dimensity 9000 4nm processor, paired with 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Its main camera system includes a 64MP primary sensor with OIS, a 13MP ultrawide, and a 2MP depth sensor, along with a 32MP selfie camera. A large 5,160mAh battery with 45W fast charging provides all-day power. The main pros are its eye-catching design, powerful performance for gaming and multitasking, solid battery life, and high-quality curved display. Primary cons include the single bottom-firing speaker, lack of an IP water resistance rating, the absence of wireless charging, and the phone launching with the slightly dated Android 12 OS with potential software update delays.

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