Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Tecno Pova 6
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Tecno Pova 6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $799 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 49/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 6 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,660,456 vs 524,785); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 206g).
Samsung Galaxy S23
Tecno Pova 6
- Higher AnTuTu: 1660456 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 1980
- Lighter: 168g vs 206g
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 56/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $799
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 29/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Tecno Pova 6, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 17 points higher (66/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (61/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 44/100, Tecno Pova 6 — 60/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (61/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (83/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Tecno Pova 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1660456 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14, HIOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 166.2×76.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $200 |
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pova 6
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 6
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova 6
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Tecno Pova 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads Tecno Pova 6 by 216.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $599. Tecno Pova 6 was $599 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (75/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (67/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (61/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (83/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova 6 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Tecno Pova 6?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Tecno Pova 6 — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (75/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Tecno Pova 6?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pova 6 is a better fit for everyday use.