Realme C100i vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo

The Realme C100i (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $119 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads — 48/100 vs 34/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 8 MP vs 108 MP.

The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is noticeably better than the Realme C100i — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100i
Performance 32
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 55
Portability 50
Value for money 50
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
Performance 43
Display 54
Camera 39
Battery 71
Portability 49
Value for money 74
What makes Realme C100i better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 208g vs 210g
  • Cheaper at launch: $119 vs $140

  • Better display (55/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better portability (50/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 600
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1800
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 8MP

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better camera (39/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C100i vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo scores 14 points higher (48/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (39/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (71/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Realme C100i — 50/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 74/100; 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 Neo is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Realme C100i and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Realme C100i (39/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Realme C100i (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C100i and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (50/100 vs 49/100).

Realme C100i: The Realme C100i is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Pova 7 Neo: The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme C100i Tecno Pova 7 Neo
Processor Unisoc T7250 MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate
AnTuTu 560883
Geekbench Single 600 727
Geekbench Multi 1800 2014
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1570 1080x2460
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 15W 45W
Main camera 8 MP 108 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 14
NFC no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 166.5×78.2×8.4 mm
Weight 208 g 210 g
Launch price $119 $140
Camera comparison
Realme C100i
  • Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Realme C100i
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Battery and charging
Realme C100i
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
55
battery
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
71
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C100i
$119
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
$140

Launch price difference: $21. Realme C100i was $21 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme C100i and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Realme C100i (39/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Realme C100i (71/100 vs 55/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme C100i and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (50/100 vs 49/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100i or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is noticeably better than the Realme C100i — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Realme C100i and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

The Realme C100i has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 48/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme C100i or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

The Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads on camera score (39/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme C100i or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

The Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads on performance (43/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Realme C100i over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

The Realme C100i is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a better fit for everyday use.