Infinix Hot 9 Play vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Infinix Hot 9 Play (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 27/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 155,362); the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 9 Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 9 Play
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Infinix Hot 9 Play better?
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 486
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 9 Play vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 38 points higher (65/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (69/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (94/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play is a bit better (79/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 9 Play | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 30W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition) - 32/2GBAndroid 9.0 (Pie) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 171.8×78.0×8.9 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | — | $300 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 9 Play and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Infinix Hot 9 Play by 90.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Hot 9 Play
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (69/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (94/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (43/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play is a bit better (79/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play by 38 points (65/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 9 Play and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 9 Play over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.