Tecno Pova 5 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Tecno Pova 5 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 23/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 5 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the Tecno Pova 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 219g).
Tecno Pova 5
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Lighter: 173g vs 219g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 26/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pova 5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 3 points higher (26/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 5 leads (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 5 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 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (83/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Tecno Pova 5 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 408000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| Main camera | — | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, HIOS 13 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 580 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.6×9.0 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 173 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Tecno Pova 5
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova 5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 5 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 (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (51/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (83/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Tecno Pova 5 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 5 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Tecno Pova 5 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 5 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Tecno Pova 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.