Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Tecno Pova Curve

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; launch prices were $1099 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 58/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 877,641).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Tecno Pova Curve by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 94
Display 80
Camera 35
Battery 37
Portability 80
Value for money 44
Tecno Pova Curve
Performance 55
Display 89
Camera 39
Battery 64
Portability 70
Value for money 76
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 877641
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 1011
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 2813
  • Lighter: 180g vs 189g

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better portability (80/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $1099

  • Better camera (39/100 vs 35/100)
  • Longer battery life (64/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 8 points higher (66/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (64/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 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 Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Tecno Pova Curve: The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Tecno Pova Curve
Processor Exynos 2600 Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
AnTuTu 3161830 877641
Geekbench Single 3271 1011
Geekbench Multi 11051 2813
Display 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2520 1080x2436
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 25W 45W
Wireless charging 15W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 13 MP
RAM 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP64
Dimensions 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm
Weight 180 g 189 g
Launch price $1099 $219
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
35
camera
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
37
battery
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
64
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Exynos 2600
66/100
3161830 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Curve Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
58/100 -260.3%
877641 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Tecno Pova Curve by 260.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099
Tecno Pova Curve
$219

Launch price difference: $880. Tecno Pova Curve was $880 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (94/100 vs 55/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (64/100 vs 37/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 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 Z Flip8 and the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 58/100.

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 55/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.