Tecno Pova 5 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Tecno Pova 5 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 50/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 554,590).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 5
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Tecno Pova 5 better?
- Overall rating 50/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 219g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 5 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 36 points higher (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (85/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 5 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, HIOS 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 580 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.6×9.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 5
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 5 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Tecno Pova 5 by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Pova 5
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (94/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (99/100 vs 66/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (85/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 by 36 points (86/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 5 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Tecno Pova 5 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 5 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 5 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.