Nokia 8 vs Tecno Pova Curve
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; launch prices were $699 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 58/100 vs 29/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Pova Curve is faster in AnTuTu (879,714 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 189g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Tecno Pova Curve
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 189g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 879714 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $699
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 29 points higher (58/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (55/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (64/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Tecno Pova Curve — 72/100; 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 Curve notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (55/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (64/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 2813 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $219 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova Curve leads Nokia 8 by 50.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $480. Tecno Pova Curve was $480 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (55/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (64/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 29 points (58/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve leads on camera score (39/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve leads on performance (55/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Tecno Pova Curve?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Tecno Pova Curve (64/100 vs 12/100).