Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $130 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 48/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $300
- Better portability (69/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 17 points higher (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (69/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (69/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy M17 by 63.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (69/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (94/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (69/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy M17 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.