Realme 9 Pro Plus vs Tecno Pova Curve 2
The Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, while the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads — 35/100 vs 23/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500).
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Better camera (31/100 vs 26/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme 9 Pro Plus vs the Tecno Pova Curve 2, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 scores 12 points higher (35/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads (60/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Realme 9 Pro Plus are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus is a bit better (31/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (60/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (94/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 9 Pro Plus | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 835566 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 195 g | |
| Price | — | $229 |
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Realme 9 Pro Plus are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus is a bit better (31/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (60/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (94/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 9 Pro Plus or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is noticeably better than the Realme 9 Pro Plus — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 9 Pro Plus and the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 9 Pro Plus or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus leads on camera score (31/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Realme 9 Pro Plus over the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.