OnePlus 15 vs Tecno Pova Curve 2
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $799 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 55/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6500); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 785,352); the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Tecno Pova Curve 2
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
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve 2 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $799
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Tecno Pova Curve 2, the OnePlus 15 scores 31 points higher (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 64/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 64/100; 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 Curve 2 (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $229 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Tecno Pova Curve 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 359.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Tecno Pova Curve 2 was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (97/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (78/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (89/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 31 points (86/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.