Infinix Note 12 G88 vs Tecno Pova 3
The Infinix Note 12 G88 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Tecno Pova 3 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Note 12 G88 leads — 42/100 vs 38/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 3 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Infinix Note 12 G88 is noticeably lighter (184g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12 G88
Tecno Pova 3
What makes Infinix Note 12 G88 better?
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Lighter: 184g vs 230g
- Better display (81/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 3 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better camera (33/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12 G88 vs the Tecno Pova 3, the Infinix Note 12 G88 scores 4 points higher (42/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 3 leads (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 12 G88 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (81/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 3 and the Infinix Note 12 G88 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 3 is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G88 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (70/100 vs 26/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12 G88 | Tecno Pova 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 10.6 | Android 11, HIOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×76.7×7.9 mm | 173.1×78.5×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 184 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12 G88
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 3
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12 G88
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Pova 3
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12 G88
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 3
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12 G88 and Tecno Pova 3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 12 G88 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (81/100 vs 53/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 3 and the Infinix Note 12 G88 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 3 is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G88 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (70/100 vs 26/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 G88 or the Tecno Pova 3?
The Infinix Note 12 G88 edges out the Tecno Pova 3 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 G88 and the Tecno Pova 3?
The Infinix Note 12 G88 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Tecno Pova 3 — 38/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 G88 over the Tecno Pova 3?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Infinix Note 12 G88 (70/100 vs 26/100).