Nokia 5 vs Tecno Pova 7 5G
The Nokia 5 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430, while the Tecno Pova 7 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $169 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads — 54/100 vs 18/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 5G is faster in AnTuTu (854,047 vs 180,440); the Nokia 5 is noticeably lighter (152g vs 205g).
Nokia 5
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- Lighter: 152g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $200
- Better portability (84/100 vs 54/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 854047 vs 180440
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 827
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (49/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 33/100)
Comparing the Nokia 5 vs the Tecno Pova 7 5G, the Tecno Pova 7 5G scores 36 points higher (54/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads (49/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads (39/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads (79/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 5 — 6/100, Tecno Pova 7 5G — 70/100; 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 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 (49/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 (66/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 5 (39/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 (79/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (84/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Nokia 5 | Tecno Pova 7 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 180440 | 854047 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 827 | 1980 | |
| Display | 5.2" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 149.7×72.5×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 152 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $200 |
Nokia 5
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia 5
- 5.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 5
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Nokia 5 and Tecno Pova 7 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 5G leads Nokia 5 by 78.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $31. Nokia 5 was $31 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 (49/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 (66/100 vs 33/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 5 (39/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 (79/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (84/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 5 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 by 36 points (54/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 5 and the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Nokia 5 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Tecno Pova 7 5G — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 5 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G leads on camera score (39/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 5 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G leads on performance (49/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 5 over the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Nokia 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 5G is a better fit for those who care about battery life.