Realme V21 vs Tecno Pova Curve
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 37/100 vs 10/100 (a 27-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 V21 doesn't.
Realme V21
Tecno Pova Curve
- Overall rating 10/100
- 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 design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 27 points higher (37/100 vs 10/100). 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 V21 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (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 Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme V21 | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | — | 877641 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 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 | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 189 g | |
| Price | — | $219 |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Realme V21 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (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 Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 27 points (37/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V21 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.