Tecno Pova Curve vs Xiaomi 17T Pro

The Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $219 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 58/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,207,005 vs 877,641); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 205g).

The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve by 24 points (82/100 vs 58/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Curve
Performance 55
Display 89
Camera 39
Battery 64
Portability 70
Value for money 76
Xiaomi 17T Pro
Performance 93
Display 94
Camera 63
Battery 87
Portability 54
Value for money 76
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 189g vs 205g
  • Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $899

  • Better portability (70/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3207005 vs 877641
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1011
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2813
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W

  • Higher performance (93/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 39/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 64/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 24 points higher (82/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (63/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (70/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 76/100.

Tecno Pova Curve: The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 17T Pro: The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova Curve Xiaomi 17T Pro
Processor Dimensity 7300 Ultimate MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 877641 3207005
Geekbench Single 1011 3228
Geekbench Multi 2813 9553
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2436 2772x1280
Refresh rate 144 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Wireless charging 50W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP68
Dimensions 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm
Weight 189 g 205 g
Launch price $219 $899
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
39
camera
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
64
battery
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Tecno Pova Curve and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Tecno Pova Curve Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
58/100
877641 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17T Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9500
82/100 +72.6%
3207005 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Tecno Pova Curve by 72.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Pova Curve
$219
Xiaomi 17T Pro
$899

Launch price difference: $680. Tecno Pova Curve was $680 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (93/100 vs 55/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (63/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (87/100 vs 64/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (70/100 vs 54/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 76/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve by 24 points (82/100 vs 58/100).

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Tecno Pova Curve has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 39/100).

Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 55/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.