Tecno Pova Curve vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $219 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 58/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 877,641); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 215g).
Tecno Pova Curve
Vivo iQOO 15
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $599
- Better portability (70/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 877641
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 28 points higher (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Tecno Pova Curve — 76/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (85/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (70/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Tecno Pova Curve | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2436 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $599 |
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Tecno Pova Curve and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Tecno Pova Curve by 76.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $380. Tecno Pova Curve was $380 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (94/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (78/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (85/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (70/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve by 28 points (86/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Tecno Pova Curve has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.