Lava Blaze Curve vs Tecno Phantom V Fold

The Lava Blaze Curve (2024) runs on the Dimensity 7050, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 54/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 806,012); the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Blaze Curve doesn't; the Lava Blaze Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 299g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Lava Blaze Curve — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Lava Blaze Curve

Performance 53
Display 79
Camera 48
Battery 46
Portability 57
Value for money —

Tecno Phantom V Fold

Performance 74
Display 79
Camera 58
Battery 48
Portability 47
Value for money —

What makes Lava Blaze Curve better?

  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 189g vs 299g

  • Better portability (57/100 vs 47/100)

What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 806012
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1061
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 2398
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 33W

  • Higher performance (74/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 48/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 46/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Lava Blaze Curve vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 10 points higher (64/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (74/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Lava Blaze Curve are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Curve is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).

Tecno Phantom V Fold: The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Lava Blaze Curve Tecno Phantom V Fold
Processor Dimensity 7050 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 806012 1540240
Geekbench Single 1061 1967
Geekbench Multi 2398 5401
Display 6.7" AMOLED 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2000x2296
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 45W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold
Brightness (peak) 800 nits 1100 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 161.8×74.0×8.8 mm —
Weight 189 g 299 g
Launch price — —

Camera comparison

Lava Blaze Curve

  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
48
camera

Tecno Phantom V Fold

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
58
camera

Display comparison

Lava Blaze Curve

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Tecno Phantom V Fold

  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Battery and charging

Lava Blaze Curve

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery

Tecno Phantom V Fold

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Lava Blaze Curve and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Lava Blaze Curve Dimensity 7050
54/100
806012 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
64/100 +47.7%
1540240 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Lava Blaze Curve by 47.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (74/100 vs 53/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Lava Blaze Curve are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Curve is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Lava Blaze Curve — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Lava Blaze Curve and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Lava Blaze Curve has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.

Which has the better camera: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 48/100).

Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 53/100).

Should you choose the Lava Blaze Curve over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.