Tecno Pova Neo vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Neo leads — 14/100 vs 7/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4120); the ZTE Libero 5G III has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pova Neo doesn't.

The Tecno Pova Neo edges out the ZTE Libero 5G III by just 7 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 Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Pova Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4120 mAh

  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
  • Lighter: 207g vs 214g

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

Comparing the Tecno Pova Neo vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Tecno Pova Neo scores 7 points higher (14/100 vs 7/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo leads (45/100 vs 15/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (45/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Pova Neo: The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Tecno Pova Neo ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor MediaTek Helio G25 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 155362
Geekbench Single 300
Geekbench Multi 486
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" OLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4120 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB 64GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 480 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm
Weight 214 g 207 g
Price $130
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Neo
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Neo
  • 6000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Pova Neo
$130
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (45/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III 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 Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Neo or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Tecno Pova Neo edges out the ZTE Libero 5G III by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Neo and the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Tecno Pova Neo has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.

Should you choose the Tecno Pova Neo over the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.