Tecno Pova Curve 5G VS Vivo iQOO Z10

The Tecno Pova Curve 5G and Vivo iQOO Z10 both feature water resistance, but their ratings differ. The Tecno Pova Curve 5G is rated with an IP64, meaning it's resistant to dust and can withstand water splashes. In contrast, the Vivo iQOO Z10 has an IP68 rating, making it fully dustproof and capable of withstanding submersion in water for longer periods.

In terms of size, the Tecno Pova Curve 5G is lighter, weighing 177 g, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 is slightly heavier at 199 g. The thicknesses of both devices are also close, with the Tecno Pova Curve 5G measuring 7.5 mm and the Vivo iQOO Z10 at 7.9 mm.

Neither phone has a rugged build or the ability to fold, indicating they are both designed with standard smartphone durability in mind, rather than for extreme outdoor conditions.

Both the Tecno Pova Curve 5G and Vivo iQOO Z10 feature OLED/AMOLED displays, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks. The screen sizes are very similar, with the Tecno Pova Curve 5G having a 6.78″ display, slightly larger than the Vivo iQOO Z10’s 6.77″ screen.

The Tecno Pova Curve 5G has a higher pixel density at 393 ppi, compared to the Vivo iQOO Z10’s 388 ppi, which means it may offer slightly sharper text and images. The resolution on both devices is nearly identical, with the Tecno Pova Curve 5G at 1080 x 2436 px and the Vivo iQOO Z10 at 1080 x 2392 px, resulting in a very similar viewing experience.

In terms of refresh rate, the Tecno Pova Curve 5G stands out with a 144Hz refresh rate, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 offers a 120Hz refresh rate. Both phones do not support HDR10, HDR10+, or Dolby Vision, and neither has a secondary screen. The Tecno Pova Curve 5G also features branded damage-resistant glass, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 does not.

The Tecno Pova Curve 5G and Vivo iQOO Z10 differ in several key performance aspects. The Tecno Pova Curve 5G offers 128GB of internal storage and 8GB of RAM, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 has a larger 256GB of internal storage and 12GB of RAM, providing more space and memory for multitasking and storage needs.

For the chipset, the Tecno Pova Curve 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. Both devices use a 4 nm semiconductor and support 64-bit processing, but the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 has a higher peak CPU speed of 2.5 GHz (1 core) and 2.4 GHz (3 cores) compared to the MediaTek Dimensity 7300's 2.5 GHz (4 cores) and 2 GHz (4 cores).

Both phones have integrated LTE and support DirectX 12, with integrated graphics. The Geekbench 6 results show a multi-core score of 2932 for the Tecno Pova Curve 5G and 3239 for the Vivo iQOO Z10, with single-core scores of 1026 and 1162, respectively. The Tecno device has a GPU clock speed of 1047 MHz, slightly lower than the 1050 MHz of the Vivo device. Additionally, the RAM speed on the Tecno Pova Curve 5G is higher at 6400 MHz, compared to the Vivo iQOO Z10’s 3200 MHz.

The Tecno Pova Curve 5G and Vivo iQOO Z10 both feature dual-lens main cameras. The Tecno Pova Curve 5G has a 64 MP primary camera and a 2 MP secondary camera, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 offers a 50 MP primary camera paired with a 2 MP secondary camera. Both devices have wide apertures of f/2.4 for the main camera and f/1.8 for the secondary camera.

On the front, the Tecno Pova Curve 5G has a 13 MP camera, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 boasts a higher 32 MP front camera. Neither phone includes a front-facing LED flash.

Both devices support 2160 x 30 fps video recording on the main camera, and feature various manual controls such as manual exposure, manual ISO, and manual focus. Both cameras also support slow-motion video recording and have the ability to create panoramas in-camera. The Vivo iQOO Z10, however, adds built-in optical image stabilization (OIS), while the Tecno Pova Curve 5G does not. Neither device supports HDR10 or Dolby Vision recording, and both lack a dual-lens front camera or 3D photo/video recording capabilities.

Both the Tecno Pova Curve 5G and Vivo iQOO Z10 run on Android 15, offering a similar set of features in terms of privacy, customization, and functionality. Both devices include clipboard warnings, location privacy options, camera/microphone privacy controls, and theme customization. They also support features like dark mode, offloading apps, customizable notifications, Live Text, full-page screenshots, and split-screen multitasking.

Key similarities include the ability to block app tracking, on-device machine learning, notification permissions, media picker, and PiP (Picture-in-Picture) mode. Both devices also support voice commands, offline voice recognition, and tracking the current position of the device. Additionally, both are multi-user systems, support widgets, and have battery health check and an extra dim mode.

However, neither phone includes Wi-Fi password sharing or Quick Start. Both devices also lack focus modes, dynamic theming, and the ability to be used as a PC. Notably, both devices do not provide direct OS updates, which is worth considering for users who prioritize regular updates. The Vivo iQOO Z10 and Tecno Pova Curve 5G are identical in their operating system offerings across these features.

The Tecno Pova Curve 5G and Vivo iQOO Z10 both feature non-removable rechargeable batteries, but the Vivo iQOO Z10 has a larger capacity. The Tecno Pova Curve 5G is equipped with a 5500 mAh battery, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 boasts a more powerful 7300 mAh battery.

Both devices support fast charging, with the Tecno Pova Curve 5G offering a 45W charging speed, whereas the Vivo iQOO Z10 provides a faster 90W charging speed. Neither phone supports wireless charging, but both come with a battery level indicator to monitor charge status.

While the Tecno Pova Curve 5G and Vivo iQOO Z10 share features like a rechargeable battery and fast charging, the Vivo iQOO Z10 offers a significantly higher battery capacity and faster charging capabilities.

The Tecno Pova Curve 5G and Vivo iQOO Z10 both lack a 3.5 mm audio jack, meaning neither device supports wired headphones or external audio accessories directly through this socket. However, the Tecno Pova Curve 5G does feature stereo speakers, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 does not.

Neither phone supports advanced Bluetooth audio codecs like aptX, LDAC, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, or aptX Lossless, which are typically used for high-quality wireless audio streaming. The Tecno Pova Curve 5G also includes a radio, which is not available on the Vivo iQOO Z10.

In summary, while both phones are similar in terms of wireless audio capabilities, the Tecno Pova Curve 5G has the added benefit of stereo speakers and a radio, which the Vivo iQOO Z10 lacks.

Both the Tecno Pova Curve 5G and Vivo iQOO Z10 support 5G connectivity, allowing for fast mobile data speeds. The Tecno Pova Curve 5G offers faster download speeds, reaching up to 3270 MBits/s, compared to the Vivo iQOO Z10’s 2900 MBits/s. Both phones feature dual SIM support and have USB Type-C ports with USB version 2.

Wi-Fi capabilities are also similar, but the Tecno Pova Curve 5G supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), in addition to Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), while the Vivo iQOO Z10 supports only Wi-Fi 4 and Wi-Fi 5. The Tecno device also includes NFC, which is not available on the Vivo phone. In terms of Bluetooth, the Tecno Pova Curve 5G supports Bluetooth 5.4, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 supports Bluetooth 5.2.

Both devices are equipped with a fingerprint scanner, GPS, a compass, and an accelerometer, along with support for 2 SIM cards. The Tecno Pova Curve 5G has a gyroscope and does not feature an infrared sensor, whereas the Vivo iQOO Z10 includes an infrared sensor but lacks a gyroscope. Additionally, the Vivo iQOO Z10 supports Galileo, which the Tecno Pova Curve 5G does not. Neither device has emergency SOS via satellite, crash detection, or an HDMI output.

Both the Tecno Pova Curve 5G and Vivo iQOO Z10 feature a video light, which can be useful for enhancing video quality in low-light conditions. However, when it comes to display features, the two phones differ. The Tecno Pova Curve 5G has a curved display, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 has a flat display.

Neither phone includes sapphire glass display protection or an e-paper display, as both lack these specific features.

In summary, both devices share a video light but differ in terms of display design, with the Tecno Pova Curve 5G featuring a curved display and the Vivo iQOO Z10 using a traditional flat screen.