OnePlus 13T vs Tecno Pova 8
The OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova 8 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $650 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13T leads — 74/100 vs 57/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6260); the OnePlus 13T is faster in AnTuTu (3,173,674 vs 785,352); the OnePlus 13T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13T
Tecno Pova 8
What makes OnePlus 13T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3173674 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Lighter: 185g vs 220g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 34/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6260 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $650
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13T vs the Tecno Pova 8, the OnePlus 13T scores 17 points higher (74/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (53/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 8 leads (75/100 vs 65/100). Value score: OnePlus 13T — 62/100, Tecno Pova 8 — 54/100; 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 OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (53/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (66/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13T | Tecno Pova 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3173674 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 2460x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6260 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 185 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $295 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 8
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13T
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13T and Tecno Pova 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13T leads Tecno Pova 8 by 304.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $355. Tecno Pova 8 was $355 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (91/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (53/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (66/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13T or the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 13T is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova 8 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13T and the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 13T has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Tecno Pova 8 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13T or the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 13T leads on camera score (53/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13T or the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 13T leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13T over the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pova 8 is a better fit for those who care about battery life.