Nothing Phone (4a) vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Nothing Phone (4a) (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $349 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 62/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 1,039,119); the Nothing Phone (4a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (4a)
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Nothing Phone (4a) better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 209g
- Better camera (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 1039119
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $349
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (4a) vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 3 points higher (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) leads (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (4a) — 58/100, 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 is a bit better (69/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (4a) (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (59/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (4a) | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 1039119 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1223 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3168 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.6×8.6 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (4a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (4a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (4a)
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (4a) and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Nothing Phone (4a) by 37.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. Tecno Pova 7 Ultra was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (69/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (61/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (4a) (72/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (59/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra edges out the Nothing Phone (4a) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (4a) and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (4a) has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (4a) leads on camera score (61/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (4a) over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Nothing Phone (4a) is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.