Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs Tecno Pova 7 5G
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova 7 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $1999 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 75/100 vs 54/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 825,080).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Tecno Pova 7 5G
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 825080
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 1980
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh
- Lighter: 205g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs the Tecno Pova 7 5G, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 21 points higher (75/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (76/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads (79/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 58/100, Tecno Pova 7 5G — 68/100; 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 Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (76/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (79/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | Tecno Pova 7 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3065623 | 825080 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2910 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9174 | 1980 | |
| Display | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2184x1968 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 215 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Tecno Pova 7 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Tecno Pova 7 5G by 271.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1799. Tecno Pova 7 5G was $1799 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (91/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (76/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (79/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G by 21 points (75/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Pova 7 5G — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 over the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pova 7 5G is a better fit for those who care about battery life.