Poco X8 Pro vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $350 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 63/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 1,673,316).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 1673316
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4313
- Lighter: 196g vs 209g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Faster charging: 70W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $350
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 2 points higher (65/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 60/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by 18.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Tecno Pova 7 Ultra was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.