Nokia 8 vs Tecno Pova 6

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Tecno Pova 6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $699 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 6 leads — 49/100 vs 29/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 6 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 6 is faster in AnTuTu (524,785 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 206g).

The Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 20 points (49/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Tecno Pova 6
Performance 43
Display 66
Camera 39
Battery 61
Portability 56
Value for money 60
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 206g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 6 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 524785 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 70W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $699

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (39/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (66/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Tecno Pova 6, the Tecno Pova 6 scores 20 points higher (49/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (61/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Tecno Pova 6 — 60/100; 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 6 is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 6 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (61/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (84/100 vs 56/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Pova 6: The Tecno Pova 6 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Tecno Pova 6
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 438016 524785
Geekbench Single 427 771
Geekbench Multi 1500 1980
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2560x1440 1080x2460
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 18W 70W
Main camera 13 MP 108 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 14, HIOS 14
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP53
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 166.2×76.8×7.9 mm
Weight 160 g 206 g
Launch price $699 $200
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Tecno Pova 6
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 8MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Tecno Pova 6
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Tecno Pova 6
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Tecno Pova 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 6 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
49/100 +16.5%
524785 AnTuTu

Tecno Pova 6 leads Nokia 8 by 16.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Tecno Pova 6
$200

Launch price difference: $499. Tecno Pova 6 was $499 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 6 is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 6 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (61/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (84/100 vs 56/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Pova 6?

The Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 20 points (49/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Tecno Pova 6?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Tecno Pova 6 — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Pova 6?

The Tecno Pova 6 leads on camera score (39/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Pova 6?

The Tecno Pova 6 leads on performance (43/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Tecno Pova 6?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 6 is a better fit for everyday use.