Tecno Pova Neo vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 leads — 16/100 vs 14/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000).

The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 edges out the Tecno Pova Neo by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Neo
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 45
Design 32
Value for money 100
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Pova Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 207g vs 214g

  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova Neo vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 scores 2 points higher (16/100 vs 14/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Pova Neo: The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova Neo ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor MediaTek Helio G25 Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 155362
Geekbench Single 300
Geekbench Multi 486
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 1080x2408
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB 256GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 480 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 214 g 207 g
Price $130
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Neo
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Pova Neo
$130
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

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

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Neo or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 edges out the Tecno Pova Neo by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Neo and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Tecno Pova Neo has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.

Should you choose the Tecno Pova Neo over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.