Tecno Pova 5 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Tecno Pova 5 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6080, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. Both devices score the same overall rating of 26/100. Key differences: the Tecno Pova 5 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Tecno Pova 5 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 212g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 26/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
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
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Pova 5 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Lighter: 173g vs 212g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 3/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict

The Tecno Pova 5 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z7 received the same MobileRank rating — 26/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 3/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro leads (48/100 vs 30/100). 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, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (37/100 vs 3/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (83/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (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: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova 5 Pro Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6080 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 68W 44W
Main camera 64 MP
Front camera 16 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, HIOS 14 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 580 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 168.5×76.5×9.0 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 212 g 173 g
Price $242
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
  • Main: —
  • Front: 16MP
3
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • 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
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
$242
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

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

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (48/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (83/100 vs 35/100).

value for money

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

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

Both devices scored 26/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Z7.

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

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

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

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

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

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