Tecno Pova Curve vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro

The Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 37/100 vs 33/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4600); the Tecno Pova Curve has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't.

The Tecno Pova Curve edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Curve
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 49
Design 63
Value for money 95
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4600 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 45W
  • Lighter: 175g vs 189g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 4 points higher (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Tecno Pova Curve are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Pova Curve: The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova Curve Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Processor Dimensity 7300 Ultimate MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 877641
Geekbench Single 1011
Geekbench Multi 2813
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2436 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 45W 66W
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm
Weight 189 g 175 g
Price $219
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
35
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Pova Curve
$219
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Tecno Pova Curve are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (81/100 vs 63/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Tecno Pova Curve edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Tecno Pova Curve has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.

Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.