Side-by-side technical data
Tecno Pova 8 Pro vs Tecno Pova 8 Pro 5G
Comparison between Tecno Pova 8 Pro and Tecno Pova 8 Pro 5G: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Tecno.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Tecno Pova 8 Pro is the better fit for performance and storage, while the Tecno Pova 8 Pro 5G makes more sense for camera versatility and connectivity. They are close overall, but cater to different priorities.
The Pova 8 Pro’s main camera has a 1/1.56″ sensor, versus 1/1.95″ on the Pova 8 Pro 5G. The 5G model adds an ultrawide camera that the other lacks, helping it take the camera lead. Its display also has a 1280 px horizontal resolution, compared with 1208 px on the Pro.
The Pova 8 Pro offers 12 GB of RAM versus 8 GB, UFS 3.1 storage, and up to 512 GB; the Pova 8 Pro 5G has UFS 2.2 and tops out at 256 GB. In return, the 5G model supports expandable storage and uses LPDDR5X RAM rather than DDR5. It also gets Wi-Fi 6E, while the Pro supports Wi-Fi 6. Both have a 6500 mAh battery and 45 W charging.
Tecno Pova 8 Pro
The Tecno Pova 8 Pro is the better buy for its 12 GB of RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, and capacity of up to 512 GB.
Tecno Pova 8 Pro 5G
The Tecno Pova 8 Pro 5G is the better buy for expandable storage and the added flexibility of an ultrawide camera.
The verdict
Your pick: Tecno Pova 8 Pro 5G, ahead on Camera and Connectivity. Unless Performance & hardware decides it for you.
| Category | Pova 8 Pro | Pova 8 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.2 | 8.4 |
| Performance & hardware | 8.3 | 6.4 |
| Camera | 6.2 | 6.6 |
| Connectivity | 6.5 | 7.3 |
| Battery & charging | 7.1 | 7.1 |
Which one is for you?
Tecno Pova 8 Pro, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 12 GB
- against 8 GB
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E
- against Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Storage Type
- UFS 3.1
- against UFS 2.2
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 512 GB
- against 256 GB
Tecno Pova 8 Pro 5G, if you care about…
- RAM Type
- LPDDR5X
- against DDR5
- Usable Surface
- 92 %
- against 89.2 %
- Expandable Storage
- Yes
- against No
- Display Horizontal Resolution
- 1,280 px
- against 1,208 px
Video reviews
The comparison on video
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Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Pova 8 Pro | Pova 8 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G615 MC2 | Mali-G615 MP2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 Best value | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.6 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 512 GB Best value | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | — | 845,000 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 4 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.6 GHz and 4 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz | 4×2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 + 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 12 GB Best value | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 | LPDDR5X Best value |
| Expandable Storage | No | Yes Best value |
| AnTuTu version | — | v11 |
Design
| Specification | Pova 8 Pro | Pova 8 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | White, Black, Green | White, Grey, Green |
| Body Thickness | 7.4 mm | 7.4 mm |
| Body Width | 77.3 mm | 77.3 mm |
| Body Height | 162.5 mm | 162.5 mm |
| Weight | 189 g | 189 g |
| Usable Surface | 89.2 % | 92 % Best value |
| Body Materials | — | Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP68, IP69K Best value | IP68, MIL-STD-810H |
| Waterproof Depth | 1.5 m | — |
Battery
| Specification | Pova 8 Pro | Pova 8 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 6,500 mAh | 6,500 mAh |
| Battery Type | — | Si-Carbon Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 45 W | 45 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Fast Charging, Bypass Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable |
Display
| Specification | Pova 8 Pro | Pova 8 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 18.5:9 |
| Display Technology | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 4,500 nits | 4,500 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.78″ | 6.78″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,208 px | 1,280 px Best value |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,644 px | 2,644 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 429 ppi | 429 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | — | 240 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | — | 5,000,000 :1 |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass 7i, 2,592Hz PWM, Capacitive Touch, Secondary Display | Hole-Punch Notch, SGS Certified, 2160Hz PWM, Always-On Display, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, DCI-P3, Color LED Notifications, Scratch Resistant, Curved Glass, Gorilla Glass 7i, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless |
Sensors
| Specification | Pova 8 Pro | Pova 8 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Pova 8 Pro | Pova 8 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gravity Sensor, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
Software
| Specification | Pova 8 Pro | Pova 8 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 16 | — |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 | 16 |
| Direct OS Updates | Yes | — |
| Google Services | — | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | — | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Pova 8 Pro | Pova 8 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE bands unspecified, 5G NR bands unspecified | 2G GSM 1900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, UMTS, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E Best value | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band | Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, EDR, HID, LE, LDAC, SBC, AAC |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo Best value |
| Connectivity Features | Infrared, NFC, USB Type-C, USB OTG, USB 2.0 | Computer Sync, Infrared, NFC, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | — |
| SAR American Head | 1.33 W/kg | — |
| SAR American Body | 0.8 W/kg | — |
| SAR (EU) head | 1.33 W/kg | — |
| Max. download speed | 25,000 Mbps | — |
Audio
| Specification | Pova 8 Pro | Pova 8 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | — |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Wireless Audio | Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, Stereo Speakers, A2DP, EDR, HID, LE, LDAC, SBC, AAC |
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