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Tecno Pova Curve 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£250RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 2 MP

Tecno Pova Curve 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.0

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
✕
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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â–² Better than 60% of models
Score components

90%

6.9

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

â–²Better than 60% of smartphones
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 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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â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components

25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

6.9

Display

15%

7.1

Battery

10%

7.6

Software

10%

7.1

Connectivity

4%

6.6

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

â–²Better than 59% 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 69% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on 247 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 69% of smartphones
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Tecno Pova Curve 5G (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 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–² Better than 59% of models
Score components:

25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

6.9

Display

15%

7.1

Battery

10%

7.6

Software

10%

7.1

Connectivity

4%

6.6

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

6.9
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 69% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on 247 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
6.9/ 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–² Better than 64% of models
Popularity:
Tecno Pova Curve 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 6.9 points, which is higher than 64% of smartphones.
6.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components:

60%

7.0

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

7.7
Brand name
Tecno
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
â–² Better than 61% of models
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate processor which is faster than processors in 60.8% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% 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
128 GB
Internal storage
128 GB
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
â–² Better than 51% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.5 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% 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 15
Android version
Android 15
Android version
Android 15
â–² Better than 71% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% 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
64 MP & 2 MP
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 2 MP
â–² Better than 75% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.4
â–² Better than 80% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 79.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
41 mm²
Main camera sensor area
41 mm²
â–² Better than 54% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 41 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 54.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 binned
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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
6.78 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 2436 px
Screen resolution
1080x 2436 px
â–² Better than 64% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2436 px which is higher than that of 64.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Pixel density
393 ppi
Pixel density
393 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 393 ppi which is lower than that of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Refresh rate
144 Hz
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,500 mAh
Battery capacity
5,500 mAh
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,500 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 67.7% of smartphones and equal to those in 3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
45 W
Charging speed
45 W
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 6.6% 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
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include 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
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
?
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Height
164.3 mm
Height
164.3 mm
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 164.3 mm which is taller than 61.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Width
74.6 mm
Width
74.6 mm
â–² Better than 75% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.6 mm which is narrower than 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.5 mm
Thickness
7.5 mm
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.5 mm which is thinner than 90.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
Weight
177 g
Weight
177 g
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 177 g which is lighter than 88.9% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
84,952 cm³
Device volume
84,952 cm³
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 84,952 cm³ which is smaller than 83.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
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Tecno Pova Curve 5G (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    6,400 MHz
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6400 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    144 Hz
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    Reverse wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 10% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    5,500 mAh
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 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.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    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.
    Circle to Search, AI Call Assistant, AI Portrait, AI Voiceprint Suppression
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 1.2% 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 Curve 5G
    the average smartphone
    Tecno Pova Curve 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.09 vs 8.000).
    8.09 vs 8
  • 4.6% better value for money
    Tecno Pova Curve 5G (8GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.67 vs 7.3).
    7.67 vs 7.34
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    6,400 MHz
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6400 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 10.2% faster GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    1,047 MHz
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1047 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,047 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    4 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    Maximum RAM
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 25% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    3,167
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,167 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,167 vs 2,533
  • 4.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.5 GHz
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.5 GHz vs 2.4 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.
    Circle to Search, AI Call Assistant, AI Portrait, AI Voiceprint Suppression
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Newer Android version
    Android version
    Android 15
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    64 MP & 2 MP
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 28.1% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    41 mm²
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (41 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    41 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.7 & f/2.4
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.4
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    144 Hz
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 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.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    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
  • Has a curved display
    Curved display
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1080 x 2436 px
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2436 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2436 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 300 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    1,300 nits
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1300 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,300 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    Reverse wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 10% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    5,500 mAh
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 2x faster reverse wireless charging speed
    Reverse wireless charging speed
    10 W
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <4.5 W – >10 W
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    10 W vs 5 W
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    45 W
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • 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.
  • 9.8% lighter
    Weight
    177 g
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (177 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    177 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.8 mm thinner
    Thickness
    7.5 mm
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.5 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1.4 mm narrower
    Width
    74.6 mm
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.6 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.6 mm vs 76 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
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    Number of transistors
    6,200 million
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <5.3k million – >19k million
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6200 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    Number of transistors
    6,200 million
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <5.3k million – >19k million
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6200 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 7,300 Ultimate vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% fewer shader units
    N. of shading units
    128
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (128 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    128 vs 256
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    13 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (13 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    13 MP vs 16 MP
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • No Galileo support
    Galileo support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    This smartphone does not support Galileo, the average smartphone does. 98.7% of smartphones support the Galileo satellite system.
  • 0.5% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    393 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (393 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    393 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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
    IP64
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP64 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP64 vs IP67
  • 0.7 mm taller
    Height
    164.3 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (164.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    164.3 mm vs 163.6 mm

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27/06/2025
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20/06/2025
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What we like about Tecno Pova Curve 5G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Premium curved AMOLED display with an ultra-smooth 144Hz refresh rate for fluid scrolling.
  • Distinctive 'starship-inspired' design that is slim (7.45mm) and lightweight compared to other budget phones.
  • Strong 5,500mAh battery life that comfortably lasts over a full day of heavy usage.
  • Reliable gaming performance for mid-tier titles thanks to the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate chipset.
  • Included 45W fast charger provides quick top-ups (e.g., 50% in roughly 17-20 minutes).
  • Useful bonus hardware features like an IR blaster and stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support.
  • Decent daylight photography from the 64MP Sony IMX682 main sensor.

What we don't like about Tecno Pova Curve 5G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Limited software support with only one promised major Android OS update.
  • Mediocre camera performance in low-light conditions with noticeable noise and soft details.
  • Lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD card expansion slot.
  • Outdoor display visibility can be challenging under direct, harsh sunlight due to 1300 nits peak brightness limit.
  • Software contains pre-installed bloatware and some AI features require a constant internet connection.
  • No pre-applied screen protector, which is difficult to find for curved screens.
  • Video stabilization (EIS) can sometimes produce a 'jelly-like' effect.

Verdict

The Tecno Pova Curve 5G (8GB + 128GB) is a competitively priced smartphone that stands out primarily for its premium design elements, featuring a 6.78-inch Full HD+ curved AMOLED display with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate and an ultra-slim 7.45mm profile. Powered by the efficient 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate processor and 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM, it offers robust performance for daily use and solid mid-tier gaming, supported by a durable 5,500mAh battery with 45W fast charging. Key pros include the unique flagship-like curved screen, loud stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, an IR blaster, and useful built-in AI features. The main cons are the underwhelming camera performance in low light, the absence of an ultrawide lens, no 3.5mm headphone jack or microSD card slot for storage expansion, and a disappointing software support policy with only one major Android OS update promised.

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