Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads — 35/100 vs 26/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 195g).
Tecno Pova Curve 2
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 195g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 26/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 scores 9 points higher (35/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads (60/100 vs 30/100). 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 Z7 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 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 Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (60/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (94/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7100 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 835566 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2364 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $229 | — |
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 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 Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (60/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (83/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (94/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve 2 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.