Nokia 3 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Nokia 3 (2017) runs on the MediaTek MT6737, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $159 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 14/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 2630); the main camera is 8 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,700,848 vs 73,398); the Nokia 3 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 209g).
Nokia 3
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Lighter: 140g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $159 vs $300
- Better portability (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1700848 vs 73398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 141
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 594
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 2630 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Nokia 3 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 51 points higher (65/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 0/100). 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 15/100). Value score: Nokia 3 — 2/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (72/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (78/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Nokia 3 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek MT6737 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 73398 | 1700848 | |
| Geekbench Single | 141 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 594 | 4313 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2630 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 30W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 7.0 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 143.4×71.4×8.5 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 140 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $159 | $300 |
Nokia 3
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia 3
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia 3
- 2630 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
We compared Nokia 3 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Nokia 3 by 95.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $141. Nokia 3 was $141 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (70/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (94/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (43/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (72/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 3 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 by 51 points (65/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 3 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Nokia 3 has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 3 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 Nokia 3 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (70/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 3 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Nokia 3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.