TECNO POVA 5 PRO: Much More Than A Light Show; Fast Processor, Big Screen & Strong Battery Make It A Good Midranger
5G is the latest mobile network and most of the mobile phones released today support this technology. If you want a serious smartphone with all the basic features and no hassle, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro might be a good choice. It has a fast processor, large screen, powerful battery and powerful cameras. The build quality is quite good, and the smoothness and speed of operation is quite commendable for its price. The phone comes in two color options - Dark Illusion (our test unit) and Silver Fantasy, starting at Rs 14,999. Let's look at some key features.
Design and Display: Pova 5 Pro features a stunning backlit Arc interface, eye-catching 3D textured design, and innovative backlight effects; the latter can be configured for calls, notifications and music playback. The LED lights are visible in a well lit room and are, of course, the main attraction. The phone features a sleek and bright 6.78-inch FHD+ display with a high pixel density and a 120Hz refresh rate. The 240Hz touchscreen sampling rate is also impressive and makes the phone a better gaming device than its competitors. I tested the phone outdoors, in direct sunlight and at maximum brightness, and everything looked perfect.
Performance: Tecno equips the Pova 5 Pro with a MediaTek Dimensity 6080 processor that handles most tasks with ease, including some graphics-intensive games. The phone runs HiOS 13.1 based on Android 13. It comes in two configurations: 128GB or 256GB of internal storage, both with the same 8GB of RAM. As for real impressions, I have no complaints. Everything works fine on the device. Call, send messages, play games, etc.
Battery life is another impressive feature of this phone. It is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery, which is enough for a whole day without recharging. The package also includes the first in its segment ultra-fast 68W charger, which will be very useful for enthusiasts. You can collect 50% energy in 15 minutes. The phone also features Bypass Charging technology, which efficiently directs power directly to the phone's motherboard during a charging session.
Cameras: The phone is equipped with 50MP + AI dual camera, F1.6 aperture and dual LED flash. The imaging system is capable of producing beautiful images both in broad daylight and in optimal lighting conditions. It can record video in 2K 30fps and 1080p 60fps, which is not bad for a smartphone in this segment. It also has an AI secondary camera, but no ultra-wide-angle camera. On the front is an impressive 16MP AI selfie camera (F2.0 aperture) and a flash. I tested the cameras in various lighting conditions and was pleased with the results. The image is crisp and clear in both sunlight and darkness.
Key Findings: Tecno's Pova 5 Pro combines high performance, powerful battery and attractive design, making it a great choice for mid-range Android under Rs 15,000.
- Display: 6.78" FHD+ display, 120Hz refresh rate.
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6080 processor.
- Operating system: HiOS 13.1 based on Android 13.
- Memory and storage: 8GB RAM, 128GB/256GB internal storage.
- Cameras: 50MP + AI dual camera, F1.6 aperture, 16MP front camera.
- Battery: 5000 mAh, fast charging 68W.
- Estimated retail price: Rs 14,999 (8GB + 128GB), Rs 15,999 (8GB + 256GB).
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