Poco C40 vs Tecno Pova Neo

The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Neo leads — 14/100 vs 11/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pova Neo doesn't.

The Tecno Pova Neo edges out the Poco C40 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C40
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 45
Design 45
Value for money 55
Tecno Pova Neo
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 45
Design 32
Value for money 100
What makes Poco C40 better?
  • Lighter: 204g vs 214g

  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Neo better?

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Tecno Pova Neo, the Tecno Pova Neo scores 3 points higher (14/100 vs 11/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100. In the "design" category, the Poco C40 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Poco C40: The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Pova Neo: The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco C40 Tecno Pova Neo
Processor JLQ MediaTek Helio G25
AnTuTu 155362
Geekbench Single 300
Geekbench Multi 486
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1650
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 4GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 64GB
OS Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO
Brightness (peak) 400 nits 480 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm
Weight 204 g 214 g
Price $130
Camera comparison
Poco C40
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Tecno Pova Neo
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Poco C40
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Poco C40
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco C40
Price unknown
Tecno Pova Neo
$130
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Poco C40 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Tecno Pova Neo edges out the Poco C40 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Tecno Pova Neo — 14/100.

Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.