Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; estimated prices are $130 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads — 30/100 vs 26/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,137 vs 560,883); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Samsung Galaxy M17
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 560883
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 1890
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Cheaper: $130 vs $140
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 37/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (35/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo scores 4 points higher (30/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (35/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | 560883 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $130 | $140 |
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 8.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $10. Samsung Galaxy M17 is cheaper by $10.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (35/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (56/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (60/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo edges out the Samsung Galaxy M17 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads on camera score (35/100 vs 28/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.