Nokia 8 vs Tecno Pova 7 5G
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Tecno Pova 7 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $699 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads — 54/100 vs 29/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 5G is faster in AnTuTu (854,047 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 205g).
Nokia 8
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- Lighter: 160g vs 205g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 54/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 854047 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3090 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $699
- Higher performance (49/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Tecno Pova 7 5G, the Tecno Pova 7 5G scores 25 points higher (54/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads (49/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads (79/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, 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 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (49/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (84/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Tecno Pova 7 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 854047 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 1980 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 160 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $200 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Nokia 8 and Tecno Pova 7 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 5G leads Nokia 8 by 48.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $499. Tecno Pova 7 5G was $499 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (49/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (84/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 25 points (54/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Tecno Pova 7 5G — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G leads on camera score (39/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G leads on performance (49/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 5G is a better fit for those who care about battery life.