OnePlus 15s vs Tecno Pova 8
The OnePlus 15s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova 8 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $700 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15s leads — 83/100 vs 57/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7500); the OnePlus 15s is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 785,352); the OnePlus 15s is noticeably lighter (195g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15s
Tecno Pova 8
What makes OnePlus 15s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 30W
- Lighter: 195g vs 220g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $700
- Overall rating 57/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15s vs the Tecno Pova 8, the OnePlus 15s scores 26 points higher (83/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (98/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (53/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (89/100 vs 75/100). Value score: OnePlus 15s — 80/100, 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 15s significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (98/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (53/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15s notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (64/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15s | Tecno Pova 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1216 | 2460x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 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 | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Weight | 195 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $700 | $295 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 8
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15s
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1216
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pova 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15s
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Tecno Pova 8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15s and Tecno Pova 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15s leads Tecno Pova 8 by 403.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $405. Tecno Pova 8 was $405 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (98/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (53/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15s notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (64/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15s or the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 by 26 points (83/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15s and the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 15s has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Tecno Pova 8 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15s or the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 15s leads on camera score (53/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15s or the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 15s leads on performance (98/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15s over the Tecno Pova 8?
The OnePlus 15s 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.