Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Tecno Pova Neo

Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Tecno Pova Neo (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Hot 12 Play leads — 18/100 vs 14/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play is noticeably lighter (195g vs 214g).

The Infinix Hot 12 Play edges out the Tecno Pova Neo by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 45
Design 56
Value for money 55
Tecno Pova Neo
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 45
Design 32
Value for money 100
What makes Infinix Hot 12 Play better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 195g vs 214g

  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Neo better?

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Tecno Pova Neo, the Infinix Hot 12 Play scores 4 points higher (18/100 vs 14/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100. In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 55/100).

Infinix Hot 12 Play: The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Pova Neo: The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Infinix Hot 12 Play Tecno Pova Neo
Processor MediaTek Helio G25
AnTuTu 155362
Geekbench Single 300
Geekbench Multi 486
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1612
Refresh rate 90 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 4GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 64GB
OS Android 12, XOS 10
Brightness (peak) 480 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm
Weight 195 g 214 g
Price $130
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 12 Play
  • Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Tecno Pova Neo
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 12 Play
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 12 Play
  • 6000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Price unknown
Tecno Pova Neo
$130
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (56/100 vs 32/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Infinix Hot 12 Play edges out the Tecno Pova Neo by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Tecno Pova Neo — 14/100.

Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.