Tecno Phantom X2 Pro vs. Tecno Camon 20 Pro 5G: A Head-to-Head Showdown

Tecno continues to deliver impressive smartphones at competitive prices. The Phantom X2 Pro and Camon 20 Pro 5G are two of their latest offerings, each targeting slightly different users. This comprehensive comparison will break down their strengths and weaknesses to help you decide which one deserves your money.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Phantom X2 Pro boasts a significantly more powerful chipset and faster charging, alongside an exceptional battery life. However, the Camon 20 Pro 5G offers 5G connectivity and a potentially more refined camera experience. For raw power and endurance, the X2 Pro wins, but the Camon 20 Pro 5G is a strong contender for everyday use.

PHONES
Phone Names	Tecno Phantom X2 Pro	Tecno Camon 20 Pro 5G

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66	LTE
5G bands	1, 3, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6	SA/NSA
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Launch
Announced	2022, December 07	2023, May 09
Status	Available. Released 2023, January 17	Available. Released 2023, May 09

Body
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame, plastic back	-
Dimensions	164.6 x 72.7 x 9 mm (6.48 x 2.86 x 0.35 in)	162.7 x 75.9 x 7.8 mm (6.41 x 2.99 x 0.31 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	201 g (7.09 oz)	-

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus	-
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~387 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
Size	6.8 inches, 111.6 cm2 (~93.3% screen-to-body ratio)	6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~87.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	AMOLED, 120Hz, 500 nits	AMOLED, 120Hz
	-	Always-on display

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x3.05 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.85 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)	Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek Dimensity 9000 (4 nm)	Mediatek Dimensity 8050 (6 nm)
GPU	Mali-G710 MC10	Mali-G77 MC9
OS	Android 12, HIOS 12	Android 13, HIOS 13

Memory
Card slot	No	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	256GB 12GB RAM	256GB 8GB RAM
	UFS 3.1	-

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR	Ring-LED flash, panorama, HDR
Single	32 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm	-
Triple	50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.3", 1.2µm, PDAF 50 MP, f/1.5, 65mm (telephoto), 1/2.7", 0.64µm, PDAF, 2.5x optical zoom, retractable lens 13 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/1.3", 1.12µm, AF	64 MP, f/1.7, (wide), 1/1.7", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, HDR

Selfie camera
Features	LED flash	Dual-LED flash
Single	32 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm	32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	No	Yes
35mm jack	No	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers
	-	24-bit/192kHz audio

Comms
Bluetooth	5.3, A2DP, LE	5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS	GPS
Radio	FM radio, recording	FM radio
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	45W wired, 54% in 20 min, 100% in 60 min	33W wired
Type	5160 mAh	5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Stardust Gray, Mars Orange	Dark Welkin, Serenity Blue
Models	AD9	CK8n
Price	₹ 49,999	About 270 EUR

Tests
Battery life	Endurance rating 109h	-
Camera	Photo / Video	-
Display	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)	-
Loudspeaker	-29.3 LUFS (Average)	-
Performance	AnTuTu: 961576 (v9) GeekBench: 3984 (v5.1) GFXBench: 71fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	-

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro

Exceptional battery life (109h endurance)
Powerful Dimensity 9000 chipset
Fast 45W charging
High brightness display

Potentially larger and heavier design
Camera may not be as refined as Camon 20 Pro 5G for selfies

Tecno Camon 20 Pro 5G

5G connectivity
Potentially better selfie camera
Likely more compact design
Sleek design

Less powerful chipset
Slower 33W charging
Lower battery endurance

Display Comparison

Both phones feature vibrant displays, but the Phantom X2 Pro's measured 505 nits brightness suggests it performs better in direct sunlight. While the Phantom X2 Pro boasts an 'infinite' contrast ratio (likely a marketing term), both offer excellent viewing experiences. The Camon 20 Pro 5G likely has a slightly smaller display, potentially making it more pocketable.

Camera Comparison

While both phones offer capable camera systems, the Camon 20 Pro 5G is often praised for its selfie camera capabilities. The Phantom X2 Pro's camera is still very good, but the Camon 20 Pro 5G might offer more advanced features or better image processing for selfies and portrait shots. Video recording capabilities are likely comparable, but the X2 Pro's more powerful chipset could result in slightly better stabilization.

Performance

The Phantom X2 Pro's Mediatek Dimensity 9000 is a clear winner here. It's a flagship-level chipset offering significantly more processing power than the Dimensity 8050 in the Camon 20 Pro 5G. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading, and better gaming performance on the X2 Pro.

Battery Life

The Phantom X2 Pro's endurance rating of 109 hours is astonishing and a major selling point. The Camon 20 Pro 5G's battery life is likely good, but it won't match the X2 Pro's longevity. The X2 Pro's 45W charging is also significantly faster than the Camon 20 Pro 5G's 33W charging.

Buying Guide

The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is ideal for users who prioritize performance, long battery life, and fast charging. It's a great choice for gamers and power users. The Tecno Camon 20 Pro 5G is better suited for users who want 5G connectivity, a potentially improved camera system (especially for selfies), and a more compact design.