ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $999 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is faster in AnTuTu (3,136,217 vs 1,673,316); the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is noticeably lighter (209g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3136217 vs 1673316
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9900 vs 4313
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5800 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 30W vs 15W
- Lighter: 209g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $999
- Better camera (43/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (92/100 vs 69/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 52/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3136217 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9900 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $300 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by 87.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $699. Tecno Pova 7 Ultra was $699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (92/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 edges out the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads on performance (92/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.