Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Tecno Pova 7 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Tecno Pova 7 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $229 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 54/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 5G 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 854,047); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 205g).
Samsung Galaxy S23
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1660456 vs 854047
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 1980
- Lighter: 168g vs 205g
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 54/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $200 vs $229
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 29/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Tecno Pova 7 5G, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 12 points higher (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (75/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads (79/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (75/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (79/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (83/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Tecno Pova 7 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1660456 | 854047 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| 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 | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 168 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $229 | $200 |
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Tecno Pova 7 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads Tecno Pova 7 5G by 94.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $29. Tecno Pova 7 5G is cheaper by $29.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (75/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (67/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (79/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (83/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova 7 5G — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Tecno Pova 7 5G — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
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 7 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (75/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 7 5G is a better fit for those who care about battery life.