Realme Neo8 vs Tecno Pova Curve 2
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 56/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 835,566); the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Realme Neo8
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 835566
- Better Geekbench Single: 2903 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 47/100)
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Tecno Pova Curve 2, the Realme Neo8 scores 21 points higher (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (68/100 vs 47/100).
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 835566 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2903 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9602 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, Realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 195 g | |
| Price | — | $229 |
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme Neo8 and Tecno Pova Curve 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 285.6% in our overall performance rating.
Realme Neo8
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (92/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (56/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (68/100 vs 47/100).
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 21 points (77/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for everyday use.