Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads — 35/100 vs 31/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is thinner (7.4mm vs 9.2mm).

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Curve 2
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 26
Battery 60
Design 56
Value for money 94
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Pova Curve 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 195g vs 203g

  • Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Tecno Pova Curve 2 scores 4 points higher (35/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Tecno Pova Curve 2 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (94/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Pova Curve 2: The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova Curve 2 Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor Dimensity 7100 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 835566
Geekbench Single 995
Geekbench Multi 2925
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2364 1080x2408
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 45W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 195 g 203 g
Price $229
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Curve 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
26
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 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 Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Curve 2
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Pova Curve 2
$229
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Tecno Pova Curve 2 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (94/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve 2 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.