Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Tecno Pova Curve

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; launch prices were $1999 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 75/100 vs 58/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 877,641); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Performance 91
Display 78
Camera 76
Battery 39
Portability 66
Value for money 54
Tecno Pova Curve
Performance 55
Display 89
Camera 39
Battery 64
Portability 70
Value for money 76
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 877641
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 1011
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 2813
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better camera (76/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 189g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $1999

  • Longer battery life (64/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better portability (70/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 17 points higher (75/100 vs 58/100). 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 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (64/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 — 54/100, 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 Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (76/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (64/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 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 Fold 7 Tecno Pova Curve
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
AnTuTu 3065623 877641
Geekbench Single 2910 1011
Geekbench Multi 9174 2813
Display 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2184x1968 1080x2436
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 25W 45W
Wireless charging 15W
DXOMark (camera) 145
Main camera 200 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 13 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP64
Dimensions 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm
Weight 215 g 189 g
Launch price $1999 $219
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
76
camera
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2184x1968
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
64
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
75/100
3065623 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Curve Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
58/100 -249.3%
877641 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads Tecno Pova Curve by 249.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
$1999
Tecno Pova Curve
$219

Launch price difference: $1780. Tecno Pova Curve was $1780 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (91/100 vs 55/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (76/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (64/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 58/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 39/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Tecno Pova Curve?

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?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.