Tecno Pova Neo 2 vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro

The Tecno Pova Neo 2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 19/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo 2 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 16 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Pova Neo 2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is thinner (7.4mm vs 9.6mm).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Neo 2 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Neo 2
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 2
Battery 50
Design 50
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Pova Neo 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4600 mAh

  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 16MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 2/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova Neo 2 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 14 points higher (33/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 leads (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (37/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Tecno Pova Neo 2: The Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova Neo 2 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1640 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 18W 66W
Main camera 16 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, HIOS 8.6 Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 170.9×77.8×9.6 mm 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm
Weight 175 g
Price
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Neo 2
  • Main: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
2
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Neo 2
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Neo 2
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (37/100 vs 2/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (81/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Neo 2 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Neo 2 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Neo 2 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Tecno Pova Neo 2 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Neo 2 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 2/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Pova Neo 2 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?

The Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.