Tecno Pova Curve vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 37/100 vs 26/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4500); the Tecno Pova Curve has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 189g).
Tecno Pova Curve
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 173g vs 189g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 63/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 11 points higher (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (49/100 vs 30/100). 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 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Tecno Pova Curve are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (49/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (83/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Tecno Pova Curve | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2436 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $219 | — |
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Vivo iQOO Z7 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Tecno Pova Curve are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (49/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (83/100 vs 63/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Tecno Pova Curve has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.