Tecno is a brand known for its very affordable phones, but at the end of last year, it surprised everyone by launching two flagships. We are talking about the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro: two high-end phone coming with one of the best chipsets out there and even an interesting camera department. After the launch, a lot of people are wondering which of these phones is the very best to get and which one provides the highest value for money. Should you save some money for the vanilla version or it is worth spending more for the Pro variant? You will find it out through this comparison between the main specifications of the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro. The comparison is focused on the differences between these two devices because they share several things in common.

Tecno Phantom X2 vs Tecno Phantom X2 Pro

Design

The Tecno Phantom X2 and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro have the same design. They are equipped with a glass back, a front glass protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus, and an aluminum frame. They come with a huge camera module placed centrally on the rear cover, as well as a display with a very high screen to body ratio (more than 93 percent) and curved edges at the sides. The display has a punch hole placed centrally for the front camera. The only difference between these two models is one single color option: the Pro variant comes in a special Mars Orange leather variant, while the vanilla version replaces it with a more anonymous Moonlight Silver one. Both phones can also be chosen in a Stardust Gray color option.

Display

Just like the design, even the displays of these two phones are exactly the same. We are talking about an AMOLED panel with a wide diagonal of 6.8 inches, a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and an in-display fingerprint reader, protected by Gorilla Glass Victus. It is not a disappointing display, but it is not a flagship panel. It is pretty good thanks to its deep blacks and vivid colors typical of OLED display, and it is very smooth thanks to its high refresh rate. Unfortunately, these phones are not equipped with stereo speakers and they do not have an audio jack, but they support FM radio.

Hardware/Software

The Tecno Phantom X2 and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro are powered by the same chipset: the Dimensity 9000, which is the flagship chipset by MediaTek of 2022. The SoC is actually at the same performance level as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. It is built with a 4 nm production process and it has an octa-core architecture composed of a Cortex X2 CPU running at a max frequency of 3.05 GHz, three Cortex A710 CPUs running at 2.85 GHz, four Cortex A510 CPUs running at 1.8 GHz, and a Mali G710 MC10 GPU. Both phones come with 256 GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. The only difference in the hardware department is the quantity of RAM: the vanilla version has just 8 GB of RAM, while the Pro variant has 12 GB, which is the reason why it wins the hardware comparison. The operating system installed on these phones is Android 12, customized by HiOS 12.

Camera

The most important difference and the only big difference between the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is the camera setup. The vanilla version is just a midrange camera phone, while the Pro is a high-end camera phone. On the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro, you can find a triple rear camera composed of a 50 MP main shooter, a 50 MP telephoto lens with 2.5x optical zoom, and a 13 MP ultrawide lens. The vanilla version has a 64 MP main camera with OIS, a 13 MP ultrawide shooter, and a useless 2 MP depth sensor. As you can see, there is a huge difference between these two camera departments. Both phones are equipped with a 32 MP selfie shooter.

Battery

The battery capacity does not change: the phones feature a 5160 mAh battery with 45W fast charging; even the charging speeds are the same.

Tecno Phantom X2 vs Tecno Phantom X2 Pro

Tecno Phantom X2 is available in the Indian market with a price tag of Rs. 39,999 / $492, while the price of the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is yet to be unveiled. How much would you spend for the Pro variant?

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Tecno Phantom X2 vs Tecno Phantom X2 Pro: PRO and CONS

Tecno Phantom X2

PROS

• More affordable
• Same chipset as the Pro
• Same battery as the Pro
• Same display as the Pro

CONS

• Inferior camera
• Less RAM

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro

PROS

• More RAM
• Better main camera
• Telephoto sensor
• Original color options

CONS

• Price

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Tecno has mainly focused on the mid-range market in India. However, with the launch of the Phantom X2 and Phantom X2 Pro flagship phones, it appears that Tecno will soon rival other brands like Xiaomi, Realme, and OnePlus in the flagship category. The Phantom X2 and X2 Pro are almost identical phones, as their main differences are in the camera department. The Phantom X2 Pro, which hasn’t arrived yet in India, is equipped with an innovative retractable camera on the back. While we are unsure of the X2 Pro’s India launch, its regular version – the Phantom X2, is now up for purchase with a price tag of Rs 39,999 (~$487). Read on to what Tecno is offering on its latest flagship offering.

Tecno Phantom X2 5G – What’s in the box?

The Tecno Phantom X2 box includes the following items:

• Tecno Phantom X2 handset
• Hard case with kickstand
• SIM ejector tool
• 45W charger
• USB-A to USB-C charging cable
• Earphones with in-line microphone and USB-C connector

Design and Display

Starting from the back, the Tecno Phantom X2 features a polycarbonate body, which feels a bit hollow. The Moonlight Silver edition that we received feels smooth and shows different shades of silver depending on the light reflection. The device is fitted with a square-shaped camera module with rounded edges. It includes two large camera rings and a third camera. There is a quad-LED flash unit with an X-logo above it. The uniquely designed camera island has a 3.5D moon crater-inspired design.

The top edge of the Phantom X2 5G features a microphone. The left side is barren, while the right houses a volume rocker and a power key with a red accent. The bottom edge has a SIM slot, a microphone, a USB-C port, and a speaker grille. It lacks a 3.5mm audio jack, a second speaker for stereo output, and a microSD card slot.

Tecno has a marvellous front, which features a curved edge display with a centred punch-hole. The top and bottom bezels are quite chin and are almost symmetrical. The side bezels appear non-existent thanks to curved edges. Thanks to the slim bezels, it boasts a 93.5 percent screen-to-body ratio, according to Tecno The very look at the phone suggests that it is a premium device.  The display is shielded by Gorilla Glass Victus.

The Phantom X2’s display is quite bright and usable in bright sunlight. The adaptive brightness works as expected. There is a high brightness mode for an even clearer viewing experience under strong light. There is an eye-care mode The X2’s screen offers 60Hz, 120Hz, and auto-switch refresh rate modes.

Games like Alto’s Adventure work fine in 120Hz refresh rate mode. The two color profiles available on the device, such as Bright Colored and Original Color. The latter works fine but shows a blue tint. The X2 supports Widevine L1 for viewing HD content on OTT platforms. It supports HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG. It can smoothly run 2160p HDR content on YouTube. The position of the under-display fingerprint scanner is fine, and it works accurately.

Despite housing a massive 6.8-inch display, it is narrower than other smartphones that have a similar-sized screen. Because it measures 72.7mm in width, it feels good to hold the device. The phone measures nearly 9mm, but it does not feel that thick because of its curvy design. I am using the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, which weighs 228 grams, as my regular phone. Hence, the Phantom X2 5G, which weighs 201 grams, does not feel bulky to me. The spec sheet does not say anything about the IP rating of the device. The kickstand case available with the device has a vegan leather finish. Thanks to the brand for including it in the box, it urged me to watch a lot of content on YouTube / OTT platforms. This would not have been the case had it come with a regular transparent case.

Performance and Software

The Phantom X2 5G is the only other phone in India, apart from the Vivo X80, to feature the 4nm Dimensity 9000 chipset. The X90, a flagship phone focused on photography, is priced at Rs 54,999 (~$669). Apart from the inclusion of LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage, it also offers up to 5GB of “Memory Fusion,” which is Tecno’s way of saying “virtual RAM.”

The 5,160mAh battery of the X2 can easily last for more than a day on a full charge. It took around 73 minutes for the device to charge completely. I tested a couple of games, such as Garena Free Fire (Max + High setting), Shadow Fight 4, and Asphalt 9, on the X2, and the phone only became moderately warm after playing for an hour.

The official website of the Phantom X2 states that it has a vapor chamber cooling system but does not elaborate on it much. I did not encounter any heating issues on the X2. It recorded a very impressive score of 981192 on AnTuTu benchmarks, which reflects the smooth performance it promises.

The HiOS 12 and Android 12 OS feel much better on the Phantom X2 as compared to Tecno’s lower-priced models. Even though it comes with bloatware, some of which can be uninstalled, the notifications from such apps are not very obtrusive. Unwanted notifications. can simply be disabled. The OS is filled with plenty of features, such as call recording feature (without notification), Always-On Display (AOD) options, gesture navigation, app twin (clone Facebook and WhatsApp), smart panel (sidebar apps), multi-window, game mode, video assistant (prevents notifications while viewing a video), game assistant, kids mode, social turbo that offers features like WhatsApp call recording and voice changer, and so on to name a few. In addition, the OneLeap feature allows users to pair the Phantom X2 with a laptop to access features like data sharing, file management, multi-screen collaboration, and reverse network sharing.

On the lock screen, the Phantom X2 gives access to the camera (right corner) and torch (left corner). Swiping left on the homescreen gives access to frequently used apps, a steps counter, tips, important days, and a few more. The X2 comes with Tecno’s Ella assistant preinstalled, which works even if there is no data connection. The app drawer lists the apps from A to Z.

Searching for “Netflix” on the Play Store shows the following message, “This app won’t work for your device.” However, it can be downloaded from Tecno’s app store, called Palm Store, or by downloading the APK file from Netflix’s official website. Shown above is a look at the screenshots from each of the benchmark apps.

Photography and Other Features

The camera app offers shooting modes, such as AI camera, portrait, super night, video, film, documents (scanner), AR shot, slow motion, panorama, timelapse, sky shop, dual video, and Google Lens. The Pro mode is not available. The film mode offers preset like Vintage, Performance, Street, Sport, and so on for shooting video clips of a few seconds. The Sky mode can be used to add effects like Sunny, Rainbow, Sunset, Twilight, Starry, and more to shots that have the sky in the background. The feature is interesting and works fine. However, if there is a sun or moon in the background, even that is replaced by the selected filter.

The main camera takes 16-megapixel shots by default with pixel-binning technology. In daylight, the shots come out well with good dynamic range. While the size of regular shots can be around 5MB, when images are shot in 64MP mode, the file size increases to around 17MB. The large file size also means it captures images with more details. Portrait shots also come out well with or without background blur. It supports 2x to 10x digital zoom. The image produces softer results as the zoom is increased. However, the zoom shots are passable.

The ultrawide shots of the Phantom X2 are also impressive in brighter conditions. Images appear as good as if they were taken from the main camera. The support for autofocus enables the ultra-wide to capture macro shots. The X2 can shoot some good-quality macro shots.

The main snapper performs well in low-light conditions, with realistic colors, a good dynamic range, and less noise. The Super Night Mode takes a few more seconds to capture a shot but does well at enhancing the images when there are light sources. The ultra-wide camera does not impress in dim lighting conditions, but when there is enough light, the results are better.

The Phantom X2 can capture up to 4K at 60 fps with good details and clarity. However, Ultra-Steady video and bokeh effect are available for up to Full HD 30fps video. Ultra-wide video (Full HD) can be captured with Ultra-Steady mode on. The videos captured with the main camera have more detail and better color reproduction in both bright and low-light conditions. The color reproduction in ultra-wide videos is good, but the amount of noise is easily noticeable in when there isn’t enough light.

The 32-megapixel front camera captures detailed selfie shots. It offers various features like background blur, filters, HDR, super mode, AR shot, and adjustable LED flash via a slider. In any lighting condition, the front camera captures 32-megapixel shots in portrait mode. The standard selfie has an 8-megapixel resolution.

The front camera can shoot up to 1080p at 60 fps. Ultra-Steady video stabilization is only available for videos up to 1080p at 30 fps. Skin tones appear natural, and colors appear vibrant in selfie videos. However, it slightly struggles when adding bokeh effects to videos. The front camera also supports time-lapse and up to 960 fps slow-motion videos. The front camera captures decent shots with natural skin tones in areas with less light. Overall, the X2 does not disappoint in the photography department.

Tecno should have offered another speaker on the Phantom X2 for stereo output. Nevertheless, the sound output through the bottom-firing is not bad. Speaking of sound, the device is equipped with DTS Sound support. Not many flagship phones have FM radio onboard. Well, the Phantom X2 has it.  It is equipped with various sensors, such as a proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 6-axis gyroscope, proximity sensor, and compass. I did not encounter any issues with these. The USB-C port supports USB 2.0 transfer speeds. The Wi-Fi and other connectivity features work fine. The in-screen fingerprint scanner also works well as it can unlock the X2 without any delay.

Verdict

The Tecno Phantom X2 has an eye-catching design, offers a decent photography experience, and delivers good performance. In addition, the device will be receiving two major software updates. Aside from a few missing features, such as no IP rating and no secondary speaker, the Phantom X2 remains an appealing bargain at Rs 39,999 (~$487). While many brands do not even provide a charger along with the phone, Tecno should be appreciated for adding some goodies like a kickstand case and earphones in the Phantom X2’s box. I can’t think of any brand providing such accessories with the phone these days.

In addition, the Phantom X2 buyers in India can benefit from multiple offers, such as a Rs 5,000 (~$61) additional discount on smartphone exchange, 12 months of Amazon Prime membership, and no cost EMI starting at Rs 6,667 (~$81) per month. In addition, buyers will receive a 12-month warranty and 100 days of free screen replacement. Those who pre-ordered the X2 between Jan. 2 and Jan. 8 are eligible for a free upgrade to the Phantom X3, which is expected to launch later this year.

Some of the other phones that are currently available in a similar price range include the OnePlus 10R 150W, Realme GT Neo 5 150W, iQOO 9 5G, and Asus ROG Phone 5s. The gaming-focused ROG Phone 5s (8GB+128GB) is the only phone that comes close to the Phantom X2, but it is an older phone from 2021 featuring an older Snapdragon 888 Plus chip. The OnePlus 10R and Realme GT Neo 3 have the Dimensity 8100 chip, while the iQOO phone has the Snapdragon 888+.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this Tecno Phantom X2 review are solely mine based on my experience, and there has been no editorial input from Tecno.

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Tecno recently debuted its Phantom X2 series of smartphones in the global market. The Phantom X2 model was up for pre-booking since January 2, and now, it will finally go on sale starting today.

Tecno Phantom X2 pricing & availability

The Tecno Phantom X2 has a special launch price of Rs 39,999 and it will be available to purchase through Amazon India starting 12 Noon today (January 9). Additionally, there will be some special offers to avail till January 31.

Starting off, customers exchanging their old smartphones while purchasing the Phantom X2 will get an additional Rs 5,000 off. A 12-month Amazon Prime Membership will also be offered with the purchase. Lastly, the phone will be available for no-cost EMI starting from Rs 6,667 per month.

Tecno Phantom X2 specs

The Phantom X2 has a 6.8-inch AMOLED display with curved edges. The display has a Full HD+ resolution, a 20.5:9 aspect ratio, and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Additionally, it provides Gorilla Glass Victus protection and an in-display fingerprint scanner. The Dimensity 9000 chipset powers the X2, a premium smartphone.

The SoC is paired with 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage and 8 GB of LPDDR5 RAM. The phone boots into Android 12 and HiOS 12.1. A 5,160mAh battery within the gadget supports 45W quick charging.

The Phantom X2 sports a 32-megapixel selfie camera on the front. A triple camera system with a 64-megapixel primary camera is located on the phone’s rear panel. It is aided by a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 2-megapixel camera.

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We will be entering the new year next week. Along with that, brands have confirmed to launch new smartphones.

Four companies are expected to debut handsets in the coming days. Two of them will unveil brand-new phones. Whereas, the remaining two will announce existing devices for India.

The brands that are anticipated to release smartphones are Tecno, Poco, OnePlus, and Redmi. Let’s take a look at these handsets one by one.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

Tecno Phantom X2

The Tecno Phantom X2 series was unveiled in early December. Now, the brand has confirmed to bring the vanilla X2 to India on January 2 with pre-orders starting on the same day, followed by sale on January 9.

The Phantom X2 sports a unique design. It comes with a 6.8-inch 10-bit FHD+ 120Hz curved AMOLED display and a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset.

The device features a 64MP Samsung GWB primary camera, a 13MP ultra-wide camera with macro capability, a 32MP selfie camera, and a 5,160mAh battery. Last but not least, it carries support for 45W fast wired charging.

Poco C50

The Poco C50 is tipped to launch in India on January 3. As per reports, it will be a rebranded Redmi A1 Plus.

Hence, it will arrive with a 6.52-inch HD+ display (LCD), a MediaTek Helio A22 SoC, an 8MP rear camera, a 5MP selfie camera, and, a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 5,000mAh battery

On the software front, the handset will boot Android 12 Go Edition. Finally, it will have support for 10W charging.

OnePlus 11

The OnePlus 11 is scheduled to launch globally on February 7 in India. Ahead of that, the device will be going official in China on January 4.

Before the official announcement, the brand has revealed many features of the handset via teasers. At the same time, details about the product have also been leaked.

The phone is expected to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, a 6.7-inch 120Hz QHD+ display, 50MP Sony IMX890 primary camera, a 32MP telephoto camera, Hasselblad image processing, IP54 rating, and a 5,000mAh battery.

It will boot Android 13 and will support 100W fast charging. Lastly, it will ship with the required charger, a USB cable, and a protective case.

Redmi Note 12 Series

The Redmi Note 12 series will be unveiled in India on January 5. The three smartphones heading to the country are expected to be the same as the Chinese variants. They are officially called Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12 Pro, and Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus.

The vanilla Redmi Note 12 comes with a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC, a 48MP rear camera, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a 5,000mAh battery, and 33W fast wired charging.

On the other hand, the Pro models feature a 6.67-inch 10-bit 120Hz OLED display with Dolby Vision support, a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC, dual stereo speakers, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 5,000mAh battery.

The Pro arrives with 67W charging and a 50MP rear camera, while the Pro Plus comes with 120W charging and a 200MP main camera.

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Tecno is seeking partnerships with lens makers to advance smartphone camera technology and enter the premium market. The company has a strong track record of producing innovative smartphone cameras and collaborating with industry professionals. It remains to be seen which big names Tecno will choose to work with. Here are the details…

Tecno Plans to Collaborate with Established Lens Makers to Enter Premium Market

Tecno, a fast-growing smartphone brand that has quickly risen to become a Top 10 global player, has revealed its ambitions to enter the premium market and establish itself as a leader in smartphone camera innovation. The company has a track record of producing high-quality smartphone cameras, as demonstrated by its recent Phantom X2 series, which boasts one of the best portrait cameras on the market, thanks partly to consultation with professional photographer Rankin.

The company is taking its camera ambitions to the next level by announcing that it is in talks with established lens makers to develop future products. Although the company did not mention any specific names, it is clear that Tecno is looking to partner with some of the biggest names in the photography industry to push the boundaries of smartphone camera technology.

Given Tecno’s commitment to collaborating with industry professionals and its track record of producing innovative smartphone cameras, it will be interesting to see which lens maker the company ultimately decides to work with. Companies like Hasselblad, Leica, and Zeiss have already partnered with smartphone makers, so it remains to be seen which big names Tecno will choose from.

Regardless of the lens maker it ultimately partners with, it is clear that the company is serious about its pursuit of smartphone camera excellence. With its commitment to innovation and collaboration with industry professionals, we will likely see some exciting developments from the company in the near future.

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The Tecno Phantom X2 and Phantom X2 Pro smartphones are expected to get up to Android 14 updates. The two flagships were released earlier this month but both came with Android 12 out of the box. Now the company seems to ramp up the profile of both smartphones with its plans for their OS upgrades.

The Phantom X2 lineup is guaranteed to get Android 13 and Android 14 updates, while a decision on Android 15 has not been made. Tecno says it will make a decision on Android 15 when Google seeds the final release of the software.

As of this time, there are no clear timelines for the updates to the Phantom X2 series. It is however expected that the Android 13 update should roll in sooner rather than later. This could further raise the profile of the Tecno Phantom X2 pair of smartphones.

Tecno has also pledged to ensure at least three years of maximum software support for the two models. That means that the Phantom X2 series will enjoy support up to 2025 at least.

As part of scaling up availability outside its home market, Tecno plans to make the Phantom X2 series available in other markets. Some of the countries include India, Saudi Arabia, Kenya, and Nigeria. Tecno currently services up to 70 markets globally and it has a large focus on emerging markets. Thus, the Phantom X2 lineup will first berth in the selected countries before spreading to other countries/ regions.

The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is a top-notch offer by Tecno. It has an eye-catching unibody design with ergonomic considerations. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 SoC and it features a retractable portrait camera system.

The Phantom X2 Pro has a 6.80-inch AMOLED screen with an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. Its large 5160mAh battery provides sufficient juice for the device for extended periods. The Phantom X2, on the other hand, comes with some decent features and capabilities.

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The competition in the smartphone market is increasing day by day, with a number of established brands vying for market share. Despite this intense competition, consumers are still willing to give new brands a chance, and one such brand that has gained significant popularity in recent years is Tecno.

Tecno: A rising star in the competitive smartphone market

Tecno was founded in 2006 as a subsidiary of Transsion Group, a Chinese multinational company specializing in mobile communication and consumer electronics. It initially focused on producing feature phones and basic mobile phones, but started producing smartphones in 2014. The Spark and CAMON smartphone lines were particularly successful, leading Tecno to open nearly 1,000 stores in Sub-Saharan Africa. In 2017, Tecno began expanding globally, entering markets in India, Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America, and Central and Eastern Europe.

Tecno has experienced strong growth in recent years, with double-digit growth in many markets. It has consistently ranked in the top 10 in the global smartphone market since Q4 2020. Tecno’s success is due to its ability to take advantage of growth opportunities, such as the expansion of 4G technology, and its focus on vertical integration, which allows it to offer high-spec smartphones at competitive prices. The company has also implemented a “glocalization” strategy, which involves developing a strong research and development ecosystem to create international smartphone models that can be customized to meet regional needs.

This has helped Tecno deliver smartphones based on local consumer requirements and fulfill emerging markets’ demands faster. Tecno has seen particularly strong growth in emerging markets such as India, Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America, and Central and Eastern Europe, and its parent company, Transsion Group, increased its R&D spending by 40% in Q2 2022, indicating a commitment to producing more sophisticated products for higher-value markets.

Tecno customized smartphones for markets and users

Tecno has adopted a strategy called “glocalization,” which involves building a strong R&D ecosystem to deliver international smartphone models that can be customized to meet regional-level needs and demands. This strategy has helped Tecno drive growth in various markets by tailoring its products to the specific needs and preferences of local consumers. For example, Tecno has customized its smartphone cameras to enhance men’s beards in South Asia, and has also customized its smartphones for women in the region by enhancing the appearance of moles.

These localizations allow Tecno to offer a more personalized and targeted product offering, which has helped drive its growth in emerging markets. Tecno has also focused on building strong local partnerships and distribution networks, which has helped it reach a wider customer base and expand its presence in these markets.

Tecno’s push into the premium smartphone market: The Phantom X2 and Beyond

Tecno is actively working to become a premium brand in the smartphone market and has been successfully moving up the price bands. Its PHANTOM and CAMON series are helping the company scale up the price-band ladder and appeal to consumers in the premium segment. This trend of consumers pivoting towards premium products has been aided by a variety of factors, such as low upfront value of the devices, trade-ins, and financial schemes like “buy now, pay later” and EMIs. As a result, Tecno is poised for further market share gains driven by its continuous push in the high-end segment.

Consumers in the premium segment have higher expectations for advanced features like advanced photography and videography, battery life, display, high-speed internet connectivity, and a console-like mobile gaming experience, and Tecno is focusing on these capabilities as it continues to innovate and expand its product offerings. The company is also moving regionally to ride the wave of demand for premium products, and its expansion into more premium products and focus on delivering great cameras has been central to this effort.

One of Tecno’s premium products is the Phantom X2 smartphone, which is part of the company’s PHANTOM series. The Phantom X2 boasts a number of impressive features that make it appealing to consumers in the premium segment. For example, it has a 6.6-inch full HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate, which provides a smooth and responsive experience when navigating the device. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 processor, which delivers fast and efficient performance, and it has a large 6GB of RAM, which allows for smooth multitasking.

The Phantom X2 also boasts a 64-megapixel triple camera system, which allows for stunning photography and videography. It has a 5,000mAh battery, which provides long-lasting battery life, and it supports fast charging, so you can quickly top up your battery on the go. Overall, the Phantom X2 is a feature-rich smartphone that is well-suited for consumers in the premium segment.

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Earlier this week, Tecno launched the Tecno Phantom X2 series of smartphones in Saudi Arabia. The devices have a unique look with a massive camera island, and they run on MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipsets.

The brand has now shared a post teasing the impending launch of the Tecno Phantom X2 Series in India. The brand promotes the smartphones, claiming that they feature the world’s first 50MP retractable portrait camera, a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 5G processor, Unibody Double-Covered design, and more. The exact launch date is yet to be revealed, however, we can expect the Phantom X2 series to debut in India in the coming weeks.

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Here is the TECNO PHANTOM X2 Series, the next leap into our flagship family. It has mind-blowing features like:

World’s first 50MP retractable portrait lens camera
MediaTek Dimensity 9000 5G processor
Unibody Double-Covered Design & more pic.twitter.com/YMLVbjuFVG

— TECNO Mobile India (@TecnoMobileInd) December 7, 2022

Tecno Phantom X2 Series Specifications

Both the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Phantom X2 Pro have a 6.8-inch curved AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution, a refresh rate of 120Hz, a touch sampling rate of 360Hz, and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The 10-bit panel, which has a centered punch-hole and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, can cover 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut.

The MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset powers the smartphones. The SoC comes with vapour chamber cooling, LPDDR5x RAM, and UFS 3.1 storage. On the software front, they launched HiOS 12.0, which is based on Android 12.

The devices include a variety of connectivity options, including dual SIM, 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.3, GNSS, NFC, and USB 2.0. (Type-C). Interestingly, they don’t have dual stereo speakers, but they do have an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro’s 50MP Samsung JN1 retractable portrait camera, which supports 2.5x zoom and has an f/1.49 aperture lens, is the device’s key selling point. A 50MP Samsung GNV primary camera and a 13MP Samsung 3L6 ultra-wide camera with support for macro vision are included with this camera. Autofocus is supported by all three cameras. All of them, however, lack OIS.

The Tecno Phantom X2, on the other hand, sports a 64MP Samsung GWB primary camera with OIS, a 13MP ultrawide camera with support for macro vision, and a 2MP depth sensor. Both devices have a 32MP selfie camera and a 5,160mAh battery to power them. They allow 45W fast wired charging, which is the last but not least feature.

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As scheduled, Tecno has officially taken wraps off the Tecno Phantom X2 series today. The lineup consists of two models, namely Tecno Phantom X2 and Tecno Phantom X2 Pro. These devices are the brand’s first true premium flagship smartphones.

The duo shares almost all the specs. The phones only differ in terms of cameras. Let’s take a look at everything they have to offer.

Tecno Phantom X2 Series Specifications

The Tecno Phantom X2 series sport a unique design. These handsets are easy to identify, thanks to their centrally located large camera island on the back. The pro model has a colored ring around one of its cameras to differentiate it from the vanilla variant.

The devices flaunt a 6.8-inch curved AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 360Hz touch sampling rate, and 20:9 aspect ratio. The 10-bit panel can cover 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut, has a centered punch-hole, and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.

The phones are powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset. The SoC is paired with a vapor chamber cooling system, LPDDR5x RAM, and UFS 3.1 storage. On the software front, they boot HiOS 12.0 based on Android 12.

The smartphones offer multiple connectivity options, such as dual SIM, 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.3, GNSS, NFC, and USB 2.0 (Type-C). Interestingly, they lack dual stereo speakers but do come with an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

Talking about the main highlight, the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro houses a 50MP Samsung JN1 retractable portrait camera with support for 2.5x zoom and an f/1.49 aperture lens. This camera is paired with a 50MP Samsung GNV primary camera and a 13MP Samsung 3L6 ultra-wide camera with support for macro vision.

All three cameras support auto-focus. But none of them have OIS.

On the other hand, the Tecno Phantom X2 arrives with a 64MP Samsung GWB primary camera with OIS, the same 13MP ultrawide camera with support for macro vision from the pro model, and a 2MP depth sensor.

Both handsets feature a 32MP selfie camera and get their energy from a 5,160mAh battery. Last but not least, they carry support for 45W fast wired charging.

Tecno Phantom X2 Series Price and Availability

The Tecno Phantom X2 series will retail at the following price tags in Saudi Arabia.

• Tecno Phantom X2 (8GB + 256GB) – SAR 2,699 ($718)
• Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (12GB + 256GB) – SAR 3,499 ($930)

The vanilla model comes in Stardust Grey and Moonlight Silver color options. Whereas, the Pro variant can be availed in Mars Orange (made of recycled plastic) and Stardust Grey.

The phones will be available in select countries across Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.

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The number of smartphone launches next week is expected to be too many. That’s because some of the big-name launches intended for this week have been postponed. These events are now expected to take place as early as next week.

A total of 5 brands may hold press conferences in the upcoming days. Three of them will take place in China, while the remaining two will be held in global markets.

The companies that will be debuting new handsets are Xiaomi, iQOO, Huawei, Tecno, and Realme. Let’s take a look at all the phones that are expected to go official next week.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

Tecno Phantom X2

The Tecno Phantom X2 is scheduled to launch on December 7. The press conference will be held in Dubai. We are not sure whether there will be a live stream.

Thanks to leaks and official teasers, we know a lot about the successor of the original Phantom X. Its main highlights will be MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset and 6.8-inch FHD+ 120Hz curved Super AMOLED display.

Other expected features include a 64MP triple camera system, a 32MP selfie camera, Android 12, and a 5,100mAh battery.

Realme 10 Pro Series

The Realme 10 Pro series is set to launch in global markets, including India, on December 8. These phones are already official in China, and therefore, we know everything about them.

The Realme 10 Pro Plus arrives with a 6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz curved AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 1080 chip, 108MP main camera, 16MP selfie camera, Android 13, 5,000mAh battery, and 67W fast wired charging support.

On the other hand, the Realme 10 Pro comes with a 6.72-inch FHD+ 120Hz LCD screen, Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, 108MP main camera, 16MP selfie camera, Android 13, 5,000mAh battery, and 33W fast wired charging support.

Xiaomi 13 Series

The Xiaomi 13 series was supposed to go official on December 1. But it has been now delayed. Though the company is yet to announce the new launch date, we believe that it may mostly make its debut next week.

As per teasers and leaks, the lineup consists of two models, namely Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro. Both will have a similar design, however, the vanilla variant will be smaller and sport a flat display instead of a curved panel like the pro version.

The duo will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. They will sport a Leica-powered triple-camera system. The sensors will be different on the two but they will have three proper lenses (wide, 75mm telephoto, and ultra-wide).

The duo will be IP68-rated for dust and water resistance. They will have support for 67W (standard)/120W (pro) wired charging, 50W wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging.

iQOO 11 Series and iQOO Neo 7 SE

The iQOO 11 series and iQO Neo 7 SE were scheduled to launch on December 2. But unfortunately, the event has been now delayed and the new launch date is yet to be announced. The devices will likely debut next week.

According to official teasers and leaks, the iQOO 11 family will consist of iQOO 11 and iQOO 11 Pro. They will look similar with one major difference. The pro model will flaunt a curved display instead of a flat screen like the regular model.

The Pro variant is said to come with a 6.78-inch QHD+ 120Hz Samsung E6 curved AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, 50MP Sony IMX866 main camera, 4,700mAh battery, 200W fast wired charging support, and more.

Whereas, the iQOO Neo 7 SE is expected to arrive with a 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC, 64MP primary camera, Android 13, 5,000mAh battery, 120W fast wired charging support, and more.

Huawei Enjoy 50z and Nova 10 SE

Huawei scheduled a press conference in China for December 2. This event has been postponed, just like the previously discussed two events. There’s no new date announcement from the company yet but it will most probably take place next week.

The company has confirmed to unveil two handsets at this event, namely Huawei Enjoy 50z and Huawei Nova 10 SE. Both of them are already official in global markets. The former goes by Huawei Nova Y61.

These 4G budget smartphones will be accompanied by Huawei Watch Buds, Huawei Watch Kids 5X, and Huawei FreeBuds 5i.

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