Poco M5 vs Tecno Pova 7 5G

The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Tecno Pova 7 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $170 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads — 54/100 vs 41/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 5G is faster in AnTuTu (854,047 vs 552,286).

The Tecno Pova 7 5G is noticeably better than the Poco M5 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Performance 43
Display 54
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 49
Value for money 52
Tecno Pova 7 5G
Performance 49
Display 66
Camera 39
Battery 79
Portability 54
Value for money 70
What makes Poco M5 better?
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1980
  • Lighter: 201g vs 205g
  • Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $200

  • Overall rating 41/100
What makes Tecno Pova 7 5G better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 854047 vs 552286
  • Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 727
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (49/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (39/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (79/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (66/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better portability (54/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M5 vs the Tecno Pova 7 5G, the Tecno Pova 7 5G scores 13 points higher (54/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads (79/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco M5 — 52/100, Tecno Pova 7 5G — 70/100; 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 5G is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (54/100 vs 49/100).

Poco M5: The Poco M5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Pova 7 5G: The Tecno Pova 7 5G is a better fit for those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M5 Tecno Pova 7 5G
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 552286 854047
Geekbench Single 727 771
Geekbench Multi 2047 1980
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2408x1080
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12
Brightness (peak) 500 nits
NFC yes
Dimensions 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm
Weight 201 g 205 g
Launch price $170 $200
Camera comparison
Poco M5
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Tecno Pova 7 5G
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 8MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Poco M5
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2408x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Tecno Pova 7 5G
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Battery and charging
Poco M5
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Tecno Pova 7 5G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
79
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco M5 and Tecno Pova 7 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco M5 MediaTek Helio G99
41/100
552286 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 7 5G MediaTek Dimensity 6300
54/100 +35.3%
854047 AnTuTu

Tecno Pova 7 5G leads Poco M5 by 35.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco M5
$170
Tecno Pova 7 5G
$200

Launch price difference: $30. Poco M5 was $30 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (79/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (54/100 vs 49/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?

The Tecno Pova 7 5G is noticeably better than the Poco M5 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Tecno Pova 7 5G?

The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Tecno Pova 7 5G — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M5 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?

The Tecno Pova 7 5G leads on camera score (39/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco M5 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?

The Tecno Pova 7 5G leads on performance (49/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Poco M5 over the Tecno Pova 7 5G?

The Poco M5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 5G is a better fit for those who care about battery life.