Nokia C31 vs Tecno Pova Curve

The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 37/100 vs 10/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Pova Curve has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C31 doesn't; the Tecno Pova Curve is thinner (7.5mm vs 8.6mm).

The Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 by 27 points (37/100 vs 10/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C31
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 37
Design 50
Value for money 55
Tecno Pova Curve
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 49
Design 63
Value for money 95
What makes Nokia C31 better?

  • Overall rating 10/100
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5050 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 189g vs 200g

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 27 points higher (37/100 vs 10/100). 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 37/100). 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 C31 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (95/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C31: The Nokia C31 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 C31 Tecno Pova Curve
Processor Unisoc Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
AnTuTu 877641
Geekbench Single 1011
Geekbench Multi 2813
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2436
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 13 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm
Weight 200 g 189 g
Price $219
Camera comparison
Nokia C31
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C31
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C31
  • 5050 mAh
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C31
Price unknown
Tecno Pova Curve
$219
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Nokia C31 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (35/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (95/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 by 27 points (37/100 vs 10/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 37/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C31 or the Tecno Pova Curve?

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

Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.