Tecno Phantom V Fold vs Tecno Pova Neo

The Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+, while the Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 23/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 163,723); the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pova Neo doesn't; the Tecno Pova Neo is noticeably lighter (214g vs 299g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo by 41 points (64/100 vs 23/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Performance 73
Display 79
Camera 58
Battery 48
Portability 47
Value for money
Tecno Pova Neo
Performance 9
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 63
Portability 39
Value for money 26
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 163723
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 185
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 521
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (73/100 vs 9/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better portability (47/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Lighter: 214g vs 299g

  • Longer battery life (63/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Phantom V Fold vs the Tecno Pova Neo, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 41 points higher (64/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (73/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo leads (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (73/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (47/100 vs 39/100).

Tecno Phantom V Fold: The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.
Tecno Pova Neo: The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Phantom V Fold Tecno Pova Neo
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ MediaTek Helio G25
AnTuTu 1453683 163723
Geekbench Single 1967 185
Geekbench Multi 5401 521
Display 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2000x2296
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB 4GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 64GB
OS Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits 480 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm
Weight 299 g 214 g
Launch price $130
Camera comparison
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
58
camera
Tecno Pova Neo
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
63
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Tecno Phantom V Fold and Tecno Pova Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Tecno Phantom V Fold MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
64/100
1453683 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Neo MediaTek Helio G25
23/100 -787.9%
163723 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Tecno Pova Neo by 787.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknown
Tecno Pova Neo
$130
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (73/100 vs 9/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (79/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (58/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (63/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (47/100 vs 39/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo by 41 points (64/100 vs 23/100).

What is the rating of the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Tecno Pova Neo — 23/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Tecno Phantom V Fold or the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (73/100 vs 9/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Phantom V Fold over the Tecno Pova Neo?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for everyday use.