Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Tecno Pova Curve

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; launch prices were $2199 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 58/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 877,641); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve by 21 points (79/100 vs 58/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Performance 98
Display 78
Camera 67
Battery 61
Portability 66
Value for money 62
Tecno Pova Curve
Performance 55
Display 89
Camera 39
Battery 64
Portability 70
Value for money 76
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 877641
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1011
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2813
  • Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 189g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $2199

  • Longer battery life (64/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better portability (70/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 21 points higher (79/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 62/100, 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 Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (98/100 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 Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra 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 Fold8 Ultra Tecno Pova Curve
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
AnTuTu 3942923 877641
Geekbench Single 3640 1011
Geekbench Multi 11033 2813
Display 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1968x2184 1080x2436
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 60W 45W
Wireless charging 25W
Main camera 200 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 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 8.5 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP64
Dimensions 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm
Weight 215 g 189 g
Launch price $2199 $219
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
67
camera
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • 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 Fold8 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
61
battery
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
64
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
79/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Curve Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
58/100 -349.3%
877641 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Tecno Pova Curve by 349.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
$2199
Tecno Pova Curve
$219

Launch price difference: $1980. Tecno Pova Curve was $1980 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (98/100 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 Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (67/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve by 21 points (79/100 vs 58/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 58/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 39/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 55/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.