iPhone 17e vs Tecno Pop X 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Tecno Pop X 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 17e
Tecno Pop X 5G
Tecno Pop X 5G wins 3 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsiPhone 17e9354
- Camerafrom specsTecno Pop X 5G7783
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- Batteryfrom specsTecno Pop X 5G34100
- Displayfrom specsTecno Pop X 5G3088
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Tecno Pop X 5G has the bigger battery6,500 mAh vs 4,005 mAh
- Tecno Pop X 5G has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
- Tecno Pop X 5G has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 60 Hz
- Tecno Pop X 5G has the bigger screen6.78" vs 6.1"
- Tecno Pop X 5G has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 12 MP
- iPhone 17e has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
- iPhone 17e has the faster chipApple A19 vs Dimensity 6400
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Tecno Pop X 5G wins — BeastScore 86.0/100
The Tecno Pop X 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 4,005 mAh) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 48 MP). The iPhone 17e is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (8 GB vs 6 GB).
More RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB
Larger battery: 6,500 mAh vs 4,005 mAh · Smoother display: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 17e or Tecno Pop X 5G?
The Tecno Pop X 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 4,005 mAh) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 48 MP). The iPhone 17e is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). BeastScore: iPhone 17e 74.9/100, Tecno Pop X 5G 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 17e and Tecno Pop X 5G?
iPhone 17e has a 6.1-inch display and 4005 mAh battery. Tecno Pop X 5G has a 6.78-inch display and 6500 mAh battery.
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