Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Tecno Pova Neo
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25; estimated prices are $1999 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 14/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 155,362); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pova Neo doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Tecno Pova Neo
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 486
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 214g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $130 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Tecno Pova Neo, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 51 points higher (65/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Neo and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Tecno Pova Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G25 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 486 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 480 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $1999 | $130 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Pova Neo
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Tecno Pova Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Tecno Pova Neo by 2437.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1869. Tecno Pova Neo is cheaper by $1869.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (45/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Neo and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (100/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo by 51 points (65/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Tecno Pova Neo — 14/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.