Lava Virat Curve 5G vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Lava Virat Curve 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, 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 52/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Virat Curve 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Virat Curve 5G
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Lava Virat Curve 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 2925
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Virat Curve 5G vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 12 points higher (64/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Virat Curve 5G is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Virat Curve 5G | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 785352 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Weight | — | 299 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Virat Curve 5G
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Virat Curve 5G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Virat Curve 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Virat Curve 5G and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Lava Virat Curve 5G by 49.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G (74/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Lava Virat Curve 5G (58/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Virat Curve 5G is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Virat Curve 5G or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Lava Virat Curve 5G — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Virat Curve 5G and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Lava Virat Curve 5G has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Virat Curve 5G or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Virat Curve 5G or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Lava Virat Curve 5G over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.