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Tecno Pova 6 Neo (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 2 MP

Tecno Pova 6 Neo (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.5

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

6.3

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 56% of smartphones
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

5.5

Display

15%

7.1

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

6.5

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

5.7

Design

â–¼Worse than 60% of smartphones
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

Based on 982 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 70% of smartphones
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Tecno Pova 6 Neo (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components:

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

5.5

Display

15%

7.1

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

6.5

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

5.7

Design

6.3
User score
User score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

Based on 982 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 80% of models
Popularity:
Tecno Pova 6 Neo (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8.4 points, which is higher than 80% of smartphones.
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

60%

6.5

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

7.5
Brand name
Tecno
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G99
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G99
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Helio G99 processor model which is slower than processors in 77.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 3.8% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
RAM capacity
8 GB
â–¼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Internal storage
256 GB
â–² Better than 39% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
â–² Better than 49% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 2 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 2 MP
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 57.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 which is narrower than that of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.78 inches
Screen size
6.78 inches
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.78 inches which is larger than the screens of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 9.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2460 px
Screen resolution
1080x 2460 px
â–² Better than 66% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2460 px which is higher than that of 65.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
396 ppi
Pixel density
396 ppi
â–² Better than 51% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 396 ppi which is higher than that of 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.1% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
Display type
IPS LCD
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 Hz
â–² Better than 35% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
7,000 mAh
Battery capacity
7,000 mAh
â–² Better than 86% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 7,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 86% of smartphones and equal to those in 4.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
33 W
Charging speed
33 W
â–¼ Worse than 49% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 33 W which is faster than in 38.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 12% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
â–² Better than 55% of models
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
yes
FM radio
yes
â–² Better than 66% of models
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
168.6 mm
Height
168.6 mm
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 168.6 mm which is taller than 84.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Width
76.6 mm
Width
76.6 mm
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.6 mm which is wider than 65.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
Thickness
9.2 mm
Thickness
9.2 mm
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9.2 mm which is thicker than 82.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Weight
206 g
Weight
206 g
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 206 g which is heavier than 67.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
114,912 cm³
Device volume
114,912 cm³
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 114,912 cm³ which is larger than 85.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Tecno Pova 6 Neo (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 40% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    7,000 mAh
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (7000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    5000000:1
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AIGC Portrait, AI Magic Eraser, AI Cutout, AI Wallpaper 2, AI Artboard, Ask AI
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.78 inches
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • 55.1% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    4,266 MHz
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4266 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,266 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    2
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 73.3% cheaper
    Tecno Pova 6 Neo (8GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£150 vs £260).
    £150 vs £260
  • 1.4% higher user score
    User score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Tecno Pova 6 Neo
    the average smartphone
    Tecno Pova 6 Neo (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.11 vs 8.000).
    8.11 vs 8
  • 54.1% more popular
    Tecno Pova 6 Neo (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.38 vs 5.4).
    8.38 vs 5.44
  • 55.1% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    4,266 MHz
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4266 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,266 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AIGC Portrait, AI Magic Eraser, AI Cutout, AI Wallpaper 2, AI Artboard, Ask AI
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    2
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 1 more external displays supported
    External display support
    2
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0 – >2
    This smartphone supports more external displays than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone supports 1 external displays.
    2 vs 1
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    5000000:1
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.78 inches
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1080 x 2460 px
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2460 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2460 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.3% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    396 ppi
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (396 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    396 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 40% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    7,000 mAh
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (7000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    FM radio
    yes
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Helio G99
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G99 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G99 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • No 5G connectivity
    5G connectivity
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP53
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Helio G99
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G99 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G99 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    5 W
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 23.6% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    720
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (720 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    720 vs 942
  • 87.5% fewer shader units
    N. of shading units
    32
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (32 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    32 vs 256
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% less L2 cache
    L2 cache
    512 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 24.7% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    1908
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1908 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,908 vs 2,533
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Maximum RAM
    12 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 33.2% lower memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    17.1 GB/s
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    Instant markup
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    8 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1440 x 30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 15.40x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1440x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    50 MP & 2 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No 5G connectivity
    5G connectivity
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 420 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    580 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (580 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    580 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 25% lower touch sampling rate
    Touch sampling rate
    180 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <120 Hz – >480 Hz
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (180 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    180 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 12.1% lower screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    580 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (580 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    580 nits vs 660 nits
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    aptX HD
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP53
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67
  • 0.9 mm thicker
    Thickness
    9.2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.2 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.2 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 5 mm taller
    Height
    168.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (168.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    168.6 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 5% heavier
    Weight
    206 g
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (206 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    206 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.6 mm wider
    Width
    76.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.6 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.6 mm vs 76 mm
  • 17.5% larger volume
    Device volume
    114,912 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (114912 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    114,912 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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cashify.in
21/10/2024
Summary of the review
Cashify - Tecno POVA 6 NEO 5G Review: A Budget-Friendly Powerhouse
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gsmarena.com
03/02/2025
Summary of the review
Tecno Pova 6 Neo - User opinions and reviews. Would you like me to look for performance benchmarks in specific games for this Neo model?
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What we like about Tecno Pova 6 Neo (8GB + 256GB)

  • Exceptional 7,000mAh battery life that can last up to two days for average users
  • Large 6.78-inch IPS LCD display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate
  • Stylish 'Dynamic Tech' design with a premium-feeling, sturdy build
  • Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support providing immersive audio quality
  • Good everyday performance from the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate / Dimensity 6300 chipset
  • Generous memory and storage options (up to 16GB RAM and 256GB storage)
  • Impressive daylight photography from the 108MP/50MP main camera sensor
  • Functional extras like a dedicated microSD slot, headphone jack, and IP54 splash resistance

What we don't like about Tecno Pova 6 Neo (8GB + 256GB)

  • Slow charging speeds (up to 33W/18W) taking roughly 1.5 to 2 hours for a full charge
  • Glossy plastic back panel is highly prone to fingerprints and dust
  • Relatively dim display (480-580 nits peak brightness) makes it hard to see in direct sunlight
  • Subpar low-light and selfie camera performance with a lack of fine detail
  • Software bloatware and pre-installed apps can occasionally impact performance
  • Noticeable heating issues during intensive gaming sessions or heavy multitasking
  • Underwhelming video quality with no support for 4K recording
  • Large battery makes the device feel tall, thick, and somewhat heavy

Verdict

The Tecno Pova 6 Neo (8GB + 256GB variant) is a budget-friendly 5G smartphone running Android 14 with a large 6.67-inch IPS LCD display featuring a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and a 720 x 1600 pixel resolution. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 octa-core processor and includes a 108MP main rear camera and an 8MP front camera. The main pros include a stylish and lightweight design with IP54 splash resistance, a decent main camera that performs well in good lighting, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, the inclusion of an IR blaster and a 3.5mm headphone jack, and ample 8GB RAM and 256GB expandable storage. Cons often mentioned by users and reviewers are the HD+ display resolution which is lower than some competitors, a dim screen for outdoor use, slower 18W fast charging for the 5,000mAh battery, the presence of bloatware in the software, and performance issues/heating during intense gaming sessions.

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