Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Tecno Pova Neo
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25; estimated prices are $130 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 26/100 vs 14/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,137 vs 155,362); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pova Neo doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy M17
Tecno Pova Neo
- Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 486
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 214g
- Better camera (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 32/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Tecno Pova Neo, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 12 points higher (26/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (60/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Tecno Pova Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Helio G25 | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 480 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $130 | $130 |
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova Neo
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Tecno Pova Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Tecno Pova Neo by 290.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $0. Same price.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (28/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (60/100 vs 32/100).
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 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Neo — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Tecno Pova Neo — 14/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.