Huawei nova 12 vs Tecno Pova Curve
The Huawei nova 12 (2023) runs on the Kirin 830, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 37/100 vs 34/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Huawei nova 12
Tecno Pova Curve
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better camera (41/100 vs 35/100)
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 189g vs 191g
- Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 46/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 61/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 12 vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 3 points higher (37/100 vs 34/100). 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 Huawei nova 12 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 Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Huawei nova 12 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Huawei nova 12 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 12 | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 830 | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | — | 877641 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.4×7.0 mm | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 189 g | |
| Price | — | $219 |
Huawei nova 12
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Huawei nova 12
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Huawei nova 12
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Huawei nova 12
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Huawei nova 12 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 Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Huawei nova 12 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Huawei nova 12 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve edges out the Huawei nova 12 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12 and the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Huawei nova 12 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Huawei nova 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12 over the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Huawei nova 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.