Poco C65 vs Tecno Pova Neo 2
The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco C65 leads — 33/100 vs 30/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo 2 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Poco C65 is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.6mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Tecno Pova Neo 2
What makes Poco C65 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Neo 2 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 419 vs 375
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1461 vs 1031
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (29/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (55/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Tecno Pova Neo 2, the Poco C65 scores 3 points higher (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C65 leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 and the Poco C65 are nearly equal (29/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (63/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C65 | Tecno Pova Neo 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 375 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1031 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / HyperOS | Android 12, HIOS 8.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 170.9×77.8×9.6 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | — | |
| Launch price | $99 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco C65
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova Neo 2
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco C65
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova Neo 2
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C65
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Neo 2
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C65 and Tecno Pova Neo 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Pova Neo 2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 and the Poco C65 are nearly equal (29/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (30/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (63/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
The Poco C65 edges out the Tecno Pova Neo 2 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
The Poco C65 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Poco C65 over the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Poco C65 (63/100 vs 20/100).