Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs Vivo Y53t 5G

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads — 35/100 vs 11/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y53t 5G doesn't.

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G by 24 points (35/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Curve 2
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 26
Battery 60
Design 56
Value for money 94
Vivo Y53t 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Pova Curve 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (26/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y53t 5G better?
  • Lighter: 186g vs 195g

  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 scores 24 points higher (35/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads (60/100 vs 36/100). 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 Y53t 5G are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (60/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (94/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Pova Curve 2: The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y53t 5G: The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova Curve 2 Vivo Y53t 5G
Processor Dimensity 7100 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 835566
Geekbench Single 995
Geekbench Multi 2925
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.5" LCD IPS
Resolution 1080x2364 720x1600
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm
Weight 195 g 186 g
Price $229
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Curve 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
26
camera
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Curve 2
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2364
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 6.5" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Curve 2
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Pova Curve 2
$229
Vivo Y53t 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (26/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (60/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (94/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G by 24 points (35/100 vs 11/100).

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads on camera score (26/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve 2 over the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.