Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $229 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 56/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 835,566).
Tecno Pova Curve 2
Vivo iQOO 13
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6150 mAh
- Lighter: 195g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $650
- Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 835566
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 88/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 28 points higher (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 70/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 835566 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2364 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $229 | $650 |
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Tecno Pova Curve 2 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 73.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $421. Tecno Pova Curve 2 was $421 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (92/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (78/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 28 points (84/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve 2 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.