Samsung Galaxy M16 vs Tecno Pova 7 5G

The Samsung Galaxy M16 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Tecno Pova 7 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads — 54/100 vs 45/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 5G is faster in AnTuTu (854,047 vs 524,785).

The Tecno Pova 7 5G edges out the Samsung Galaxy M16 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M16
Performance 43
Display 67
Camera 33
Battery 44
Portability 65
Value for money
Tecno Pova 7 5G
Performance 49
Display 66
Camera 39
Battery 79
Portability 54
Value for money 70
What makes Samsung Galaxy M16 better?
  • Lighter: 191g vs 205g

  • Better display (67/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better portability (65/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 5G better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 854047 vs 524785
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (49/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (39/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (79/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M16 vs the Tecno Pova 7 5G, the Tecno Pova 7 5G scores 9 points higher (54/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads (79/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Tecno Pova 7 5G are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (39/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (79/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 is a bit better (65/100 vs 54/100).

Samsung Galaxy M16: The Samsung Galaxy M16 is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Pova 7 5G: The Tecno Pova 7 5G is a better fit for those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy M16 Tecno Pova 7 5G
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 524785 854047
Geekbench Single 771 771
Geekbench Multi 1980 1980
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2340
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 25W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7
Brightness (peak) 800 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm
Weight 191 g 205 g
Launch price $200
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M16
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
Tecno Pova 7 5G
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 8MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M16
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Tecno Pova 7 5G
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M16
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Tecno Pova 7 5G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
79
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy M16 and Tecno Pova 7 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy M16 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
45/100
524785 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 7 5G MediaTek Dimensity 6300
54/100 +38.6%
854047 AnTuTu

Tecno Pova 7 5G leads Samsung Galaxy M16 by 38.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M16
Price unknown
Tecno Pova 7 5G
$200
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Tecno Pova 7 5G are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (39/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (79/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 is a bit better (65/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?

The Tecno Pova 7 5G edges out the Samsung Galaxy M16 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Tecno Pova 7 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy M16 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Pova 7 5G — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?

The Tecno Pova 7 5G leads on camera score (39/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?

The Tecno Pova 7 5G leads on performance (49/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M16 over the Tecno Pova 7 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy M16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 5G is a better fit for those who care about battery life.