OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs Tecno Pova Curve 2
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $250 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads — 66/100 vs 55/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7100); the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is faster in AnTuTu (2,536,961 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
Tecno Pova Curve 2
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Racing better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2536961 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve 2 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7100 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 200g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $250
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs the Tecno Pova Curve 2, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing scores 11 points higher (66/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (84/100 vs 54/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 5 Racing — 82/100, 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 Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Tecno Pova Curve 2 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Tecno Pova Curve 2 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Racing | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 2536961 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1080x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $229 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and Tecno Pova Curve 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 223.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Tecno Pova Curve 2 was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (84/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Tecno Pova Curve 2 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Tecno Pova Curve 2 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 55/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads on performance (84/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing over the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.