Tecno Pova 5 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro

The Tecno Pova 5 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6080, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 26/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 5 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the Tecno Pova 5 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably lighter (175g vs 212g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Tecno Pova 5 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 3
Battery 48
Design 35
Value for money 93
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Pova 5 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 66W

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 175g vs 212g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 3/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova 5 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 7 points higher (33/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 3/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (37/100 vs 3/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Pova 5 Pro: The Tecno Pova 5 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova 5 Pro Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6080 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 68W 66W
Main camera 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, HIOS 14 Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 580 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 168.5×76.5×9.0 mm 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm
Weight 212 g 175 g
Price $242
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
  • Main: —
  • Front: 16MP
3
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
$242
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (37/100 vs 3/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (81/100 vs 35/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 5 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Tecno Pova 5 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 5 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Tecno Pova 5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 5 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 3/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Pova 5 Pro over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Tecno Pova 5 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.