Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Tecno Pova 6

The Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Tecno Pova 6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $135 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 6 leads — 36/100 vs 19/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 6 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 6 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't; the Tecno Pova 6 is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.1mm).

The Tecno Pova 6 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A04 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A04
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Tecno Pova 6
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 58
Design 42
Value for money 96
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 206g
  • Cheaper: $135 vs $200

  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 96/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 6 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (35/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (58/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Tecno Pova 6, the Tecno Pova 6 scores 17 points higher (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (58/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (58/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (60/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Tecno Pova 6 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).

Samsung Galaxy A04: The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pova 6: The Tecno Pova 6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A04 Tecno Pova 6
Processor Unisoc MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.5" PLS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2460
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 70W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 Android 14, HIOS 14
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm 166.2×76.8×7.9 mm
Weight 192 g 206 g
Price $135 $200
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Tecno Pova 6
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 8MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 6.5" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Tecno Pova 6
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Tecno Pova 6
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135
Tecno Pova 6
$200

Price difference: $65. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $65.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 is a bit better (35/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (58/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (60/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Tecno Pova 6 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Tecno Pova 6?

The Tecno Pova 6 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A04 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Tecno Pova 6?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Tecno Pova 6 — 36/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Tecno Pova 6?

The Tecno Pova 6 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04 over the Tecno Pova 6?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.