Tecno Pova 8 vs Tecno Pova Slim
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Tecno Pova 8
2category wins
Tecno Pova Slim
4category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Tecno Pova Slim
Faster chip
Tecno Pova 8
Bigger battery
Tecno Pova 8
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Tecno Pova Slim
Lighter body
Tecno Pova Slim
Best value for money
Tecno Pova Slim
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.76 | 6.78 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 2344 | 2720 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1224 |
| Refresh Rate | 144 | 144 |
| Peak Brightness | — | 4500 |
| PPI | 381 | 440 |
| Glass Type | — | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i |
| Screen-to-body | 86.6 | 89.1 |
Platform
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.5 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 7100 | Dimensity 6400 |
| Process (nm) | 6 | 6 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | HiOS 16 | HiOS 15 |
| OS Version | 16 | 15 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Tecno Pova 8 +24%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Tecno Pova 8 +43%AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 8 +35%| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 995 | 803 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 2,925 | 2,047 |
| AnTuTu | 785,352 | 581,041 |
Memory
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - India model only | No |
| Other | UFS 2.2 | — |
| Variants | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1440p@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 1440p@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Features | Dual-LED flash | LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 2 |
| Lens | — | 2 MP |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, (wide) | 50 MP, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| Video | Yes | Yes |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 13 MP, f/2.2, 24mm, (wide) | 13 MP, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 8000 | 5160 |
| Wired Charging (W) | 45 | 45 |
Body
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| Build | — | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), glass-fiber reinforced plastic back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 165.7 | 164.2 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.8 | 6 |
| Other | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) Round matrix display (on the back) MIL-STD-810H compliant* * does not guarantee ruggedness or use in extreme conditions | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) Status light LED (on the back) MIL-STD-810H compliant* * does not guarantee ruggedness or use in extreme conditions |
| Weight (g) | 225 | 156 |
| Width (mm) | 78.5 | 75.9 |
Launch
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2026, June 11 | 2025, September 02 |
| Status | Available. Released 2026, July 01 | Available. Released 2025, October 08 |
Network
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | LTE | LTE |
| 5G Bands | SA/NSA | SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio, recording | FM radio |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers (with Dolby Atmos) | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Tecno Pova 8 | Tecno Pova Slim |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Tecno Pova 8 and Tecno Pova Slim are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Tecno Pova Slim is 29% cheaper at 60,000 DZD versus 85,000 DZD for the Tecno Pova 8, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Tecno Pova 8 packs a 8000 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Tecno Pova 8 posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Above 60,000 DZD, prioritise screen quality, fast charging, and a clear software-update commitment.
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