Poco X8 Pro vs Tecno Pova Neo
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25; launch prices were $350 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 23/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 163,723); the Poco X8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pova Neo doesn't; the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 214g).
Poco X8 Pro
Tecno Pova Neo
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 163723
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 185
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 521
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 214g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 39/100)
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $350
- Overall rating 23/100
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Tecno Pova Neo, the Poco X8 Pro scores 41 points higher (64/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (37/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Tecno Pova Neo — 26/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (76/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (83/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (57/100 vs 39/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Tecno Pova Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | MediaTek Helio G25 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 163723 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 185 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 521 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 480 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $130 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova Neo
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Tecno Pova Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Tecno Pova Neo by 1110.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $220. Tecno Pova Neo was $220 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (76/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (83/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (57/100 vs 39/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo by 41 points (64/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Tecno Pova Neo — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for everyday use.