Tecno Pova Neo vs ZTE Blade V80 Design

The Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25, while the ZTE Blade V80 Design (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7280. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Blade V80 Design leads — 29/100 vs 14/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Blade V80 Design has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pova Neo doesn't.

The ZTE Blade V80 Design is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Neo — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Neo
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 45
Design 32
Value for money 100
ZTE Blade V80 Design
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 36
Design 50
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 V80 Design better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova Neo vs the ZTE Blade V80 Design, the ZTE Blade V80 Design scores 15 points higher (29/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Design leads (27/100 vs 0/100). 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 V80 Design significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Design notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (27/100 vs 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 V80 Design notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Design (100/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Pova Neo: The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V80 Design: The ZTE Blade V80 Design is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova Neo ZTE Blade V80 Design
Processor MediaTek Helio G25 Unisoc T7280
AnTuTu 155362
Geekbench Single 300
Geekbench Multi 486
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 900x1940
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 5W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 8GB
Storage 64GB 256GB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 480 nits 1000 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm
Weight 214 g
Price $130
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Neo
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
ZTE Blade V80 Design
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
ZTE Blade V80 Design
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
ZTE Blade V80 Design
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Pova Neo
$130
ZTE Blade V80 Design
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 V80 Design significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Design notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (27/100 vs 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 V80 Design notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (50/100 vs 32/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Design (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Neo or the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The ZTE Blade V80 Design is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Neo — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Neo and the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The Tecno Pova Neo has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the ZTE Blade V80 Design — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Neo or the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The ZTE Blade V80 Design leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Pova Neo over the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V80 Design is a better fit for everyday use.