Realme C83 5G vs Tecno Pova Slim
The Realme C83 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Tecno Pova Slim (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400; launch prices were $130 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Slim leads — 52/100 vs 47/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C83 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5160); the Tecno Pova Slim is noticeably lighter (156g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C83 5G
Tecno Pova Slim
What makes Realme C83 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5160 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $230
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Slim better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 156g vs 198g
- Better camera (31/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C83 5G vs the Tecno Pova Slim, the Tecno Pova Slim scores 5 points higher (52/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Realme C83 5G — 74/100, Tecno Pova Slim — 58/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 45/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Slim notably outperforms the Realme C83 5G (93/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Slim and the Realme C83 5G are nearly equal (31/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Slim significantly outperforms the Realme C83 5G (100/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C83 5G | Tecno Pova Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 581041 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.2×75.9×6.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 156 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Realme C83 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova Slim
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme C83 5G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Slim
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C83 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova Slim
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C83 5G and Tecno Pova Slim, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Realme C83 5G was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Slim notably outperforms the Realme C83 5G (93/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Slim and the Realme C83 5G are nearly equal (31/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Slim significantly outperforms the Realme C83 5G (100/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C83 5G or the Tecno Pova Slim?
The Tecno Pova Slim edges out the Realme C83 5G by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme C83 5G and the Tecno Pova Slim?
The Realme C83 5G has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Tecno Pova Slim — 52/100.
Should you choose the Realme C83 5G over the Tecno Pova Slim?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Tecno Pova Slim (100/100 vs 61/100).