OnePlus 15 vs Tecno Pova 8
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova 8 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $799 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 57/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6500); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Tecno Pova 8
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 30W
- Lighter: 213g vs 220g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $799
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Tecno Pova 8, the OnePlus 15 scores 29 points higher (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 75/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, 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 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Tecno Pova 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2460x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 213 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $295 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pova 8
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Tecno Pova 8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Tecno Pova 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Tecno Pova 8 by 359.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $504. Tecno Pova 8 was $504 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (97/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 by 29 points (86/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Tecno Pova 8 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 8 is a better fit for those who care about battery life.