Tecno Pova Curve vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $219 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 58/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 879,714); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Curve
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $840
- Better portability (70/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 31 points higher (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Tecno Pova Curve — 72/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 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 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (70/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova Curve | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2436 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8400 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova Curve and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Tecno Pova Curve by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $621. Tecno Pova Curve was $621 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (100/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (78/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (90/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (70/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 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 16?
The Tecno Pova Curve has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.