Nokia 8 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $699 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 29/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 209g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $699
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 36 points higher (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (69/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (84/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 4313 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Nokia 8 by 73.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. Tecno Pova 7 Ultra was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (69/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (94/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (72/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (84/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 36 points (65/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.