Realme GT 8 Pro vs Tecno Pova Curve 2
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $599 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 55/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6500); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Tecno Pova Curve 2
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve 2 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $599
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Tecno Pova Curve 2, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 29 points higher (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 Pro — 82/100, Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 64/100; 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 Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (98/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Realme GT 8 Pro are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (73/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (68/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1080x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $229 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Tecno Pova Curve 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 403.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $370. Tecno Pova Curve 2 was $370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (98/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Realme GT 8 Pro are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (73/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (83/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (68/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 29 points (84/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.