Tecno Pova Curve vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $219 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 58/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 879,714); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Curve
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $799
- Better portability (70/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 31 points higher (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Tecno Pova Curve — 72/100, Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (70/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova Curve | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2436 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova Curve and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Tecno Pova Curve by 80.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $580. Tecno Pova Curve was $580 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (78/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (92/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (70/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve by 31 points (89/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova Curve has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.