Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs Tecno Pova Curve

Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (2022) and the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 37/100 vs 6/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 5 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Pova Curve has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition doesn't; the Tecno Pova Curve is thinner (7.5mm vs 10.0mm).

The Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by 31 points (37/100 vs 6/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 75
Value for money 55
Tecno Pova Curve
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 49
Design 63
Value for money 95
What makes Nokia C2 2nd Edition better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 189g

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 2400 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 5MP

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 31 points higher (37/100 vs 6/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Nokia C2 2nd Edition are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (95/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C2 2nd Edition: The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Pova Curve: The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C2 2nd Edition Tecno Pova Curve
Processor Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
AnTuTu 877641
Geekbench Single 1011
Geekbench Multi 2813
Display 5.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 480x960 1080x2436
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 2400 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 5 MP 64 MP
Front camera 2 MP 13 MP
RAM 1GB / 2GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 11 (Go edition) Android 15
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 154.0×75.9×10.0 mm 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm
Weight 180 g 189 g
Price $219
Camera comparison
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
  • Main: 5MP
  • Front: 2MP
0
camera
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 480x960
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
  • 2400 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Price unknown
Tecno Pova Curve
$219
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Nokia C2 2nd Edition are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (35/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (49/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (95/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by 31 points (37/100 vs 6/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia C2 2nd Edition and the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Nokia C2 2nd Edition has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 37/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Tecno Pova Curve leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia C2 2nd Edition over the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.