Tecno Pova 7 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Tecno Pova 7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 leads — 32/100 vs 26/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 207g).

The Tecno Pova 7 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 7
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 26
Battery 57
Design 41
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Pova 7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (57/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 207g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova 7 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Tecno Pova 7 scores 6 points higher (32/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 leads (57/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (57/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (83/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Tecno Pova 7: The Tecno Pova 7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova 7 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 854047
Geekbench Single 1011
Geekbench Multi 2813
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 45W 44W
Wireless charging 30W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 15, HIOS 15 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64 IP54
Dimensions 167.3×75.6×8.9 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 207 g 173 g
Price
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 7
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 13MP
26
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 7
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 7
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 30W
57
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (57/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (83/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 7 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Tecno Pova 7 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 7 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Tecno Pova 7 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 7 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 26/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Pova 7 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Tecno Pova 7 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.