Realme Neo8 vs Tecno Pova Curve
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 66/100 vs 37/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 877,641); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 215g).
Realme Neo8
Tecno Pova Curve
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 877641
- Better Geekbench Single: 2903 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (51/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 49/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 215g
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Realme Neo8 scores 29 points higher (66/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (69/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (71/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (69/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (63/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 877641 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2903 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9602 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, Realme UI 7.0 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 189 g | |
| Price | — | $219 |
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme Neo8 and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Tecno Pova Curve by 267.2% in our overall performance rating.
Realme Neo8
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (71/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (51/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (69/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (63/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve by 29 points (66/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (71/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.