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).
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Tecno Pova Curve
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Tecno Pova Curve by 260.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $880. Tecno Pova Curve was $880 cheaper at launch.
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).
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.