Tecno Pova 7 5G vs Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
The Tecno Pova 7 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads — 54/100 vs 40/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 5G is faster in AnTuTu (825,080 vs 528,398); the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite is noticeably lighter (185g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 7 5G
Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
What makes Tecno Pova 7 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 825080 vs 528398
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (49/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 205g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 7 5G vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite, the Tecno Pova 7 5G scores 14 points higher (54/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G leads (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (66/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 7 5G | Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 825080 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 840 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×75.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 7 5G and Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 5G leads Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite by 56.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (66/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite (79/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 7 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 7 5G and the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 7 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G leads on camera score (39/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 7 5G or the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G leads on performance (49/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 7 5G over the Vivo iQOO Z9 Lite?
The Tecno Pova 7 5G is a better fit for those who care about battery life.