Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs Vivo iQOO Z11

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; estimated prices are $229 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads — 51/100 vs 35/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 8000); the Vivo iQOO Z11 is faster in AnTuTu (2,612,264 vs 835,566); the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 228g).

The Vivo iQOO Z11 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Curve 2
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 26
Battery 60
Design 56
Value for money 94
Vivo iQOO Z11
Performance 41
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 77
Design 15
Value for money 90
What makes Tecno Pova Curve 2 better?
  • Lighter: 195g vs 228g
  • Cheaper: $229 vs $290

  • Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better value for money (94/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2612264 vs 835566
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 995
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2925
  • Bigger battery: 9020 vs 8000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (41/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better camera (27/100 vs 26/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Vivo iQOO Z11 scores 16 points higher (51/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (41/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (41/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 and the Tecno Pova Curve 2 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo iQOO Z11 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).

Tecno Pova Curve 2: The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z11: The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova Curve 2 Vivo iQOO Z11
Processor Dimensity 7100 MediaTek Dimensity 8500
AnTuTu 835566 2612264
Geekbench Single 995 1553
Geekbench Multi 2925 6403
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2364 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 9020 mAh
Charging 45W 90W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits 5000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP68
Dimensions 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 195 g 228 g
Price $229 $290
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Curve 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
26
camera
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Curve 2
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2364
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Curve 2
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • 9020 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Tecno Pova Curve 2 and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Tecno Pova Curve 2 Dimensity 7100
35/100
835566 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Z11 MediaTek Dimensity 8500
51/100 +68.0%
2612264 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO Z11 leads Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 68.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Pova Curve 2
$229
Vivo iQOO Z11
$290

Price difference: $61. Tecno Pova Curve 2 is cheaper by $61.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (41/100 vs 1/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 and the Tecno Pova Curve 2 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (77/100 vs 60/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (56/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo iQOO Z11 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Vivo iQOO Z11 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 51/100.

Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Vivo iQOO Z11 leads on performance (41/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve 2 over the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.