Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Pova Curve

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 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 Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 58/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 98
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 44
Value for money 48
Tecno Pova Curve
Performance 55
Display 89
Camera 39
Battery 64
Portability 70
Value for money 76
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 877641
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1011
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2813

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better camera (50/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4800 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 189g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $1999

  • Longer battery life (64/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
  • Better portability (70/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 14 points higher (72/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (64/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100, 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 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 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (70/100 vs 44/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Tecno Pova Curve
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
AnTuTu 3942923 877641
Geekbench Single 3640 1011
Geekbench Multi 11033 2813
Display 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1968x2184 1080x2436
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 45W 45W
Wireless charging 15W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 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 $1999 $219
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
64
battery
Overall performance score

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

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
72/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Curve Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
58/100 -349.3%
877641 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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
$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 Fold8 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 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (70/100 vs 44/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

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

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 58/100.

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

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 39/100).

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

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

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

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