Realme realme V23i vs Tecno Pova Curve
The Realme realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (), while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 37/100 vs 11/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Pova Curve has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme realme V23i doesn't.
Realme realme V23i
Tecno Pova Curve
- Lighter: 185g vs 189g
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 63/100)
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme realme V23i vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 26 points higher (37/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (49/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Realme realme V23i are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (49/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme realme V23i | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | — | 877641 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.6" LCD IPS | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | — | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 189 g | |
| Price | — | $219 |
Realme realme V23i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Realme realme V23i
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme realme V23i
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Realme realme V23i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Realme realme V23i are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (49/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme realme V23i or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i by 26 points (37/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Realme realme V23i and the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Realme realme V23i has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme realme V23i or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme realme V23i over the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Realme realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.