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 (877,641 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 189g).
Nokia 8
Tecno Pova Curve
- Lighter: 160g vs 189g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 70/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 877641 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)
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 — 76/100; 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 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).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 877641 | |
| 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 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Nokia 8 and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova Curve leads Nokia 8 by 50.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $480. Tecno Pova Curve was $480 cheaper at launch.
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).
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?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.