Realme Narzo 100 Lite vs Tecno Pova Curve

The Realme Narzo 100 Lite (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; launch prices were $170 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 58/100 vs 40/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Narzo 100 Lite has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Pova Curve is faster in AnTuTu (877,641 vs 524,785); the Tecno Pova Curve has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 100 Lite doesn't; the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 212g).

The Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably better than the Realme Narzo 100 Lite — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 100 Lite
Performance 43
Display 65
Camera 10
Battery 55
Portability 48
Value for money 50
Tecno Pova Curve
Performance 55
Display 89
Camera 39
Battery 64
Portability 70
Value for money 76
What makes Realme Narzo 100 Lite better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $219

  • Overall rating 40/100
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 877641 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 1980
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 189g vs 212g

  • Higher performance (55/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (39/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (64/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better portability (70/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme Narzo 100 Lite vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 18 points higher (58/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (39/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Realme Narzo 100 Lite — 50/100, Tecno Pova Curve — 76/100; 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 Curve is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (39/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (70/100 vs 48/100).

Realme Narzo 100 Lite: The Realme Narzo 100 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Pova Curve: The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme Narzo 100 Lite Tecno Pova Curve
Processor Dimensity 6300 Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
AnTuTu 524785 877641
Geekbench Single 771 1011
Geekbench Multi 1980 2813
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1570 1080x2436
Refresh rate 144 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 15W 45W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 13 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / realme UI 7.0 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 900 nits 1300 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP64 IP64
Dimensions 166.3×78.1×8.4 mm 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm
Weight 212 g 189 g
Launch price $170 $219
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 100 Lite
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 100 Lite
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
65
display
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 100 Lite
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
55
battery
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
64
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme Narzo 100 Lite and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme Narzo 100 Lite Dimensity 6300
40/100
524785 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Curve Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
58/100 +40.2%
877641 AnTuTu

Tecno Pova Curve leads Realme Narzo 100 Lite by 40.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme Narzo 100 Lite
$170
Tecno Pova Curve
$219

Launch price difference: $49. Realme Narzo 100 Lite was $49 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (89/100 vs 65/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (39/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (70/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 100 Lite or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably better than the Realme Narzo 100 Lite — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 100 Lite and the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Realme Narzo 100 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 58/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 100 Lite or the Tecno Pova Curve?

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

Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 100 Lite or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Tecno Pova Curve leads on performance (55/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Realme Narzo 100 Lite over the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Realme Narzo 100 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.