Honor X80i vs Tecno Pova Curve
The Honor X80i (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 37/100 vs 32/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Honor X80i has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Honor X80i
Tecno Pova Curve
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Lighter: 185g vs 189g
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 49/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 63/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 24/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Honor X80i vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 5 points higher (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Honor X80i are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X80i is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Honor X80i is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Honor X80i (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Honor X80i | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | — | 877641 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2600 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, MagicOS 10 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 189 g | |
| Price | — | $219 |
Honor X80i
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Honor X80i
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Honor X80i
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Honor X80i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Honor X80i are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor X80i is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor X80i is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Honor X80i (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Honor X80i or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve edges out the Honor X80i by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor X80i and the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Honor X80i has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X80i or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve leads on camera score (35/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Honor X80i over the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Honor X80i is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.