Poco C81x vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Poco C81x (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $115 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 34/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco C81x doesn't; the Poco C81x is noticeably lighter (193g vs 209g).
Poco C81x
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Lighter: 193g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $115 vs $300
- Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Poco C81x vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 31 points higher (65/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Poco C81x — 52/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (69/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco C81x (72/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C81x notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (60/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Poco C81x | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1672071 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 650 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 171.8×77.8×8.3 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $115 | $300 |
Poco C81x
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco C81x
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco C81x
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Launch price difference: $185. Poco C81x was $185 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (69/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (43/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco C81x (72/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C81x notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (60/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Poco C81x or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C81x by 31 points (65/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C81x and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Poco C81x has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C81x or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C81x or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Poco C81x over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Poco C81x is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.