Tecno Phantom V Fold vs Tecno Pova 3
The Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+, while the Tecno Pova 3 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 38/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 3 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 365,001); the Tecno Pova 3 is noticeably lighter (230g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Tecno Pova 3
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1375
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 3 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 230g vs 299g
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Phantom V Fold vs the Tecno Pova 3, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 26 points higher (64/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (74/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (79/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 3 is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (47/100 vs 26/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Phantom V Fold | Tecno Pova 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 1540240 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1967 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5401 | 1375 | |
| Display | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2000x2296 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | Android 11, HIOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 173.1×78.5×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 299 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 3
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 3
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 3
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Phantom V Fold and Tecno Pova 3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Tecno Pova 3 by 322.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (74/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (79/100 vs 53/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (58/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 3 is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (47/100 vs 26/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the Tecno Pova 3?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 by 26 points (64/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Tecno Pova 3?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Tecno Pova 3 — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the Tecno Pova 3?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the Tecno Pova 3?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Phantom V Fold over the Tecno Pova 3?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.