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).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Tecno Pova Curve
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Pova Curve by 349.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1780. Tecno Pova Curve was $1780 cheaper at launch.
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).
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.