Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Tecno Pova Curve
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; launch prices were $799 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 58/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,660,456 vs 877,641); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 189g).
Samsung Galaxy S23
Tecno Pova Curve
- Higher AnTuTu: 1660456 vs 877641
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 2813
- Lighter: 168g vs 189g
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 70/100)
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $799
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 8 points higher (66/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (64/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 44/100, Tecno Pova Curve — 76/100; 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 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (64/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 1660456 | 877641 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $219 |
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads Tecno Pova Curve by 89.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $580. Tecno Pova Curve was $580 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (75/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (67/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (64/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the Tecno Pova Curve by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
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 Curve?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (75/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.