Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $1299 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 49/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 575,630).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2014
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 31 points higher (80/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (71/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 74/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 443.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1159. Tecno Pova 7 Neo was $1159 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (92/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (88/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (81/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (71/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 31 points (80/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.