Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Tecno Pova Curve 2
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $1999 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 75/100 vs 56/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 835,566); the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 835566
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 2925
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 31/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs the Tecno Pova Curve 2, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 19 points higher (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (76/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads (64/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 — 54/100, Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 70/100; 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 Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (76/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (64/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3065623 | 835566 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2910 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9174 | 2925 | |
| Display | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2184x1968 | 1080x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $229 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Tecno Pova Curve 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 266.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1770. Tecno Pova Curve 2 was $1770 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (76/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (64/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 over the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for everyday use.