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Tecno Pova 6 Neo 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP

Tecno Pova 6 Neo 5G (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.

6.2

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

90%

6.2

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 69% of smartphones
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 10
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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%

6.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

5.8

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

4.0

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 64% of smartphones
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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    N/A~ £150

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Tecno Pova 6 Neo 5G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

25%

6.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

5.8

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

4.0

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

6.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Tecno Pova 6 Neo 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

60%

6.2

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

7.3
Brand name
Tecno
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor model which is slower than processors in 59.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 4.3% 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
2.4 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% 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
108 MP
Main camera megapixels
108 MP
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP which is higher than that of 89% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9
Main camera aperture
f/1.9
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 which is narrower than that of 90.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
52.9 mm²
Main camera sensor area
52.9 mm²
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 52.9 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 82.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
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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
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 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
6.67 inches
Screen size
6.67 inches
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches which is larger than the screens of 38.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 13.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1600 px
Screen resolution
720x 1600 px
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1600 px which is lower than that of 87.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.7% of smartphones.
Pixel density
263 ppi
Pixel density
263 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 263 ppi which is lower than that of 90.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% 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
5,000 mAh
Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Charging speed
18 W
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% 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
1
Number of microphones
1
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone has 1 microphones, which is fewer than in 89.6% of smartphones and equal to the number in 10.4% of smartphones.
FM radio
?
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
165.4 mm
Height
165.4 mm
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 165.4 mm which is taller than 69.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Width
76.8 mm
Width
76.8 mm
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.8 mm which is wider than 68.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.8 mm
Thickness
7.8 mm
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.8 mm which is thinner than 77.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
192.3 g
Weight
192.3 g
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 192.3 g which is lighter than 58.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
87,780 cm³
Device volume
87,780 cm³
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 87,780 cm³ which is smaller than 72.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
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Tecno Pova 6 Neo 5G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 65.3% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    52.9 mm²
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    108 MP
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 16x more L1
    L1 cache
    512 KB
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <32 KB – >192 KB
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    512 KB vs 32 KB
  • 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, 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 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.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 73.3% cheaper
    Tecno Pova 6 Neo 5G (8GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£150 vs £260).
    £150 vs £260
  • 16x more L1
    L1 cache
    512 KB
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <32 KB – >192 KB
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    512 KB vs 32 KB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 2.4 GHz & 6 x 2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 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, AI Artboard, Ask AI
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 65.3% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    52.9 mm²
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    108 MP
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 0.5 mm thinner
    Thickness
    7.8 mm
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    May 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • 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
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.9
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 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/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 6300
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1080 x 30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 33.4% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    263 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (263 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    263 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    720 x 1600 px
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 5.44x less popular
    Tecno Pova 6 Neo 5G (8GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 6300
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less L3 cache
    L3 cache
    2048 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 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
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    Memory speed
    2,133 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • 33.3% lower memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    17.07 GB/s
    â–¼ Worse than 63% 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.
    17.07 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/1.9
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 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/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1080 x 30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 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
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    0.7 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    2.1 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • No gyroscope
    Gyroscope
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    This smartphone does not have a gyroscope, the average smartphone does. 84.4% of smartphones feature a gyroscope.
  • 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
  • 33.4% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    263 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (263 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    263 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    720 x 1600 px
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 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
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    18 W
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • 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.
  • 1 fewer microphone/s
    Number of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This smartphone has fewer microphones than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP54
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • 0.8 mm wider
    Width
    76.8 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1.8 mm taller
    Height
    165.4 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (165.4 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    165.4 mm vs 163.6 mm

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Summary of the review
Tecno POVA 6 NEO 5G Review: A Budget-Friendly Powerhouse

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What we like about Tecno Pova 6 Neo 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Excellent value for money and competitive pricing.
  • Very long-lasting battery life (5000mAh) that can last a full day or more with typical use.
  • Smooth and responsive performance in daily tasks and casual gaming, thanks to the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and ample RAM (up to 16GB dynamic RAM).
  • Stylish and premium-feeling design, which is lightweight and comfortable to hold, despite a plastic build.
  • Large 6.67-inch IPS LCD display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.
  • Decent main camera performance in good lighting, with some users finding the 108MP sensor produces sharp photos.
  • Helpful AI camera features, such as AI Magic Eraser and AI Cutout, for image enhancement.
  • Inclusion of useful features like a 3.5mm headphone jack, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos/DTS support, an IR blaster, and NFC.
  • Expandable storage via microSD card slot.
  • IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance.

What we don't like about Tecno Pova 6 Neo 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Relatively slow 18W charging speed for the battery capacity, taking around 1.5 hours for a full charge.
  • Selfie camera (8MP) performance is underwhelming, especially in low-light conditions.
  • Gets warm during extended heavy gaming sessions or performance tests.
  • Display is LCD instead of AMOLED (which some users would prefer), and peak brightness can be low under direct sunlight.
  • The software (HiOS) includes a noticeable amount of pre-installed apps/bloatware.
  • Overall camera image quality can be inconsistent, with some users reporting over-processing and a lack of sharpness.
  • The software experience needs improvement, with some users noting difficulties with basic operations like organizing home screen apps.

Verdict

The Tecno Pova 6 Neo 5G (8GB + 256GB variant) is a budget-friendly 5G smartphone featuring a 6.78-inch IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and an HD+ resolution. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 5G processor and runs on Android 14 with HiOS. Key specifications include a 108MP main AI camera, an 8MP selfie camera with dual LED flash, dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, an IP54 splash resistance rating, and a 5,000mAh battery. Main pros are its large smooth display, extensive battery life, 5G connectivity, and inclusion of an infrared port and NFC. Cons include the relatively slow 18W charging speed, a lower HD+ display resolution, lack of 4K video recording, a plastic build, and some pre-installed software bloatware.

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