Lava Smart 4 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Lava Smart 4 (2026) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $69 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 20/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 153,667); the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Smart 4 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Smart 4
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Lava Smart 4 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $69 vs $300
- Better portability (52/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Smart 4 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 45 points higher (65/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Smart 4 — 36/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (69/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (94/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Smart 4 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Smart 4 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 540x1210 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 Go | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×76.5×8.8 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $69 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Lava Smart 4
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Lava Smart 4
- 6.6" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 540x1210
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Smart 4
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Smart 4 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Lava Smart 4 by 90.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $231. Lava Smart 4 was $231 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (69/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (94/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (43/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (72/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Smart 4 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Smart 4 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 by 45 points (65/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Smart 4 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Lava Smart 4 has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Smart 4 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 Lava Smart 4 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Smart 4 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.