Tecno Pova Curve vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 37/100 vs 30/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Pova Curve has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Tecno Pova Curve
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 42/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 189g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 63/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Tecno Pova Curve scores 7 points higher (37/100 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 Z9 (India) 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 Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (35/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Tecno Pova Curve are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Tecno Pova Curve | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2436 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $219 | — |
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) 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 Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (35/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Tecno Pova Curve are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Tecno Pova Curve edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Tecno Pova Curve has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Tecno Pova Curve leads on camera score (35/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.