Highlights
- The Tecno Pova 5 series, comprising Pova 5 and Pova 5 Pro, targets gaming enthusiasts with features like z-axis linear vibration motor, vapor chamber, and graphene heat sink.
- Both models are powered by advanced processors (MediaTek Helio G99 SoC for Pova 5 and MediaTek Dimensity 6080 SoC for Pova 5 Pro) and offer immersive 6.78-inch FHD+ IPS LCD panels with 120Hz refresh rates.
- The phones provide robust camera configurations, including a 50 MP primary sensor for the rear camera, with distinct selfie camera specifications (8 MP for Pova 5 and 16 MP for Pova 5 Pro).
- The battery capacities are substantial, with the Pova 5 boasting a 6,000 mAh battery with 45W fast charging, and the Pova 5 Pro featuring a 5,000 mAh battery with lightning-fast 68W charging support.
- Tecno Showcases its Signature Series at the World of Technology.
- Tecno highlights innovation, technology excellence and an amplified focus on the Premium Segment.
- The 3-day tech extravaganza showcases its best-in-class product line-up for the festive season (11-13 August).
- It Unveils POVA 5 Series and MEGABOOK.
Tecno has announced the arrival of the Pova 5 series, a new range of smartphones targeting gaming enthusiasts and technology aficionados.
The series comprises the Pova 5 and Pova 5 Pro with a special Free Fire Special Edition for battle royale gamers.
Arijeet Talapatra, CEO, TECNO Mobile India, commented, “Over the past six years, TECNO has made its presence felt across India. Exemplifying excellent quality, exquisite appearance and powerful performance, our product portfolio has been acclaimed by more than 20 million consumers. We place great importance on local manufacturing, R&D and talent acquisition for delivering best-in-class indigenous solutions such as the first Made-in-India foldable smartphone.
The focus for 2023 is to fortify our product portfolio and make inroads into the premium and ultra-premium segments, led by the acclaimed Phantom and CAMON Series, which have garnered significant appreciation. Through this grand platform, we are now unveiling the much-awaited POVA 5 series and MEGABOOK, launching our festive offerings with a range of products to follow.’’
Commenting on the launch, Ranjit Babu, Director, Wireless & TV, Amazon India, said “With the onset of the festive season, we are taking our engagement with TECNO one step ahead and are pleased to announce the debut of the POVA 5 series in India that caters to the evolving needs of our customers.
The smartphone boasts of a premium 3D-textured design with an LED Arc Interface that makes it a design marvel, like no other. Today’s launch reiterates our commitment.
Here’s a detailed exploration of what the series brings to the table.
Tecno Pova 5 and 5 Pro: Pricing and Availability
While the Tecno Pova 5 and 5 Pro have been announced, the pricing of the two devices has not been disclosed as of yet.
It is expected, however, that the phones will be budget offerings, priced under Rs 15,000.
Tecno Pova 5 Pro: Key Specifications
- Processor: Powered by MediaTek Dimensity 6080 SoC
- RAM and Storage: 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage
- Operating System: Runs on Android 13-based HiOS
- Display: A 6.78-inch FHD+ IPS LCD panel with 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate
- Rear Camera: Dual-camera setup featuring a 50 MP primary sensor
- Front Camera: 16 MP selfie camera for clear and vibrant self-portraits
- Battery: Equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery and lightning-fast 68W charging support
- Sound: Dual-stereo speakers that are Hi-Res Audio and DTS certified
- Additional Feature: Multi-colored LED strips on the back that respond to incoming calls, notifications, in-game actions, and more
Tecno Pova 5 Pro: Overview
The Tecno Pova 5 Pro showcases cutting-edge technology, making it an exciting addition to the market. From its powerful processor to its immersive display, it’s designed to delight tech enthusiasts and gamers alike.
The Tecno Pova 5 Pro’s engine is the MediaTek Dimensity 6080 SoC, combined with 8GB of RAM, delivering a seamless performance that meets the demands of modern multitasking.
The 6.78-inch FHD+ IPS LCD display, offering a 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate, ensures a smooth and visually stunning experience, whether gaming or watching videos.
Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the dual-camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor on the rear and a 16MP selfie camera that guarantees high-quality imagery.
The phone’s battery life is impressive with a 5,000mAh capacity and rapid 68W charging support, letting users stay connected longer without needing constant recharges.
The dual-stereo speakers, certified by Hi-Res Audio and DTS, provide an enriching sound experience.
The unique addition of multi-colored LED strips on the back adds a personalized touch, illuminating various alerts and actions.
Tecno Pova 5: Key Specifications
- Processor: MediaTek Helio G99 SoC
- RAM: 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage
- Operating System: Android 13-based HiOS
- Display: 6.78-inch FHD+ IPS LCD panel, enhanced with a 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate
- Rear Camera: Dual-camera array featuring a robust 50 MP primary sensor.
- Front Camera: An 8 MP front-facing camera, allowing for clear and vivid selfies.
- Battery: Boasts a 6,000 mAh battery, backed by 45W rapid charging support
- Sound: dual-stereo speakers, enriched by Hi-Res Audi and DTS certifications
Tecno Pova 5: Overview
The device has already been announced in global markets, so the specs were known before today’s launch.
The Tecno Pova 5’s display measures 6.78 inches, featuring FHD+ resolution and an IPS LCD panel. It has a 120Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch sampling rate.
The device’s dual-camera setup on the back consists of a 50MP primary sensor. Up front, there is an 8MP selfie camera.
Processing needs on the device is handled by the MediaTek Helio G99 SoC and there’s up to 8GB of RAM on offer.
The battery has a 6,000 mAh capacity and supports 45W fast charging. Sound is delivered through dual-stereo speakers, which have received certification from Hi-Res Audi and DTS.
For gaming, the Tecno Pova 5 includes features such as a z-axis linear vibration motor, vapor chamber, and graphene heat sink.
PRODUCT SPECS
| TECNO POVA Pro 5G Product Specs | |
| Display & design | 17.20 cms (6.78”) FHD+Dot-in Display (1080*2460) | 120Hz Refresh rate |240Hz Touch Sampling rate | 3D textured Design with Arc Interface |
| Front Camera | 16MP AI Selfie Camera (F2.0 Aperture) with Flashlight |
| Rear Camera | 50MP+AI Dual Camera, F1.6 Aperture, Dual LED Flashlight |
| Memory | 256GB/128GB UMCP Internal Storage | 16GB RAM with memory Fusion |
| Battery | Li-Polymer 5000mAh Battery | 68W Type C Charger | 50% battery in just 15minutes | Bypass Charging Tech | 10W reverse Charging |
| Special Features | Dual Stereo Speaker Optimized by DTS& Hi-Res, NFC, Large VC Cooling, Z-axis linear Motor, Panther Game Engine 3.0 |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6080 6nm Processor | 390K AnTuTu score | 10 5G Bands Support |
| Colour Options | Dark Illusion, Silver Fantasy |
TECNO POVA 5 SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 0.08 MP |
| Front Camera | 8 MP |
| Battery | 6000 mAh |
| Display | 6.78 inches (17.22 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | August 11, 2023 (Expected) |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | HiOS |
Performance
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| CPU | Octa core (2.2 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A76 + 2 GHz, Hexa Core, Cortex A55) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 6 nm |
| Graphics | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| RAM | 8 GB
Best in Class
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Display
| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Screen Size | 6.78 inches (17.22 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2460 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 396 ppi
Best in Class
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| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 84.65 % |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Brightness | 580 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Design
| Height | 168.6 mm Compare Size |
| Width | 76.6 mm |
| Thickness | 9 mm
Good
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| Build Material | Back: Plastic |
| Colours | Hurricane Blue, Amber Gold, Mecha Black |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Dual | |
| Resolution | 50 MP, Wide Angle, Primary Camera 0.08 MP, Depth Camera |
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| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps 2560×1440 @ 30 fps |
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| Video Recording Features | Dual Video Recording | |
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 8 MP, Primary Camera | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
Battery
| Capacity | 6000 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast, 45W: 50 % in 21 minutes |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB
Best in Class
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| Expandable Memory | Yes, Up to 512 GB |
| USB OTG | Yes |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
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| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
| Audio Features | DTS Sound |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Side |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
COMPETITION BENCHMARKING
| Brands | Tecno | Xiaomi | Vivo | Samsung |
| Model | POVA 5 Pro 5G | Redmi Note 12 | T2x 5G | M14 5G |
| Current MOP | ₹ 14,999 | ₹ 14,999 | ₹ 13,999 | ₹ 14,990 |
| Display | 6.78 “FHD+ IPS | 6.67″ FHD+ Super AMOLED | 6.58″ FHD+ AMOLED | 6.6″ FHD+ LCD |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 120Hz | 60Hz | 90Hz |
| Processor | Dimensity 6080 | SDM 685 | Dimensity 6020 | Exynos 1330 |
| AnTuTu score | 390K | 290K | 371K | 364K |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB | 6GB | 6GB |
| ROM | 128GB | 64GB | 128GB | 128GB |
| Front Camera | 16MP | 13MP | 8MP | 13MP |
| Rear Camera | 50MP+AI Lens | 50+8+2MP | 50+2MP | 50+2+2MP |
| Battery | 5000mAh | 5000mAh | 5000mAh | 6000mAh |
| Charger | 68W | 33W | 18W | 25W |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 13 | Android 13 | Android 13 |
| Fingerprint | Side | Side | In-display | Side |
FAQs
Ques) What are the main differences between the Tecno Pova 5 and 5 Pro?
Ans) The Pova 5 is powered by MediaTek’s Helio G99 SoC, while the Pova 5 Pro uses the Dimensity 6080 SoC. The Pova 5 has an 8MP front camera, compared to the Pova 5 Pro’s 16MP.
The Pova 5 Pro includes multi-colored LED strips, not found on the Pova 5.
Ques) When will the Tecno Pova 5 Series be available for purchase?
Ans) The series will be available for sale starting from XXXX on XXXXX
Ques) What are the special features of gaming in the Pova 5 Series?
Ans) These phones include features like z-axis linear vibration motor, vapor chamber, and graphene heat sink, catering to gaming enthusiasts.
Ques) What are the pricing details for the Tecno Pova 5 and Pova 5 Pro?
Ans) The Pova 5 and 5 Pro have been announced for Rs XXXX and Rs XXXX, respectively.
Ques) What are the KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE POVA 5 Pro 5G ?
Ans)
- Premium 3D Textured Design With Arc Interface:
- Comes with multi-colour vibrant backlight
- Applicable for the scenes like – Music, Incoming Calls, Notification and Boot
- Supports all top music apps and syncs to the beats of the music with its Party and Pure Mode
- Boasts three-dimensional textured back panel
2. Segment 1st 68W Ultra-Fast Charging & Bypass Charging
- Capable of charging 50% battery in 15 mins
- Prevents overheating with bypass charging technology, passing power directly to your mobile phone’s motherboard while playing games on charging
3. Strong Performance:
- Powered by Mediatek Dimensity 6080 processor for powerful performance
- Has an AnTuTu score of 390k
- Supports up to 16GB (8+8GB) RAM*+ 256GB ROM
- Large VC cooling technology
Ques? TECNO Showcases its Signature Series at the World of Technology. Details?
Ans) TECNO Mobile – a global premium smartphone brand – is poised to host its much-awaited first edition of an annual event, ‘World of TECNOlogy’, from 11 to 13 August 2023 at DLF Avenue, New Delhi, unveiling the POVA 5 series and MEGABOOK laptop on its inaugural day. The first-ever technology event by TECNO in India will present its diverse range of futuristic products across all product lines and related AIoT categories. The brand will take forward this concept to all tier 1 & 2 cities across major states during the upcoming festive season.
TECNO aims to establish itself as an innovative technology-led brand providing customized solutions to meet the bespoke requirements of Indian consumers via its diverse range of smart devices. Since the beginning of 2023, TECNO has focussed on consolidating and enlarging its product portfolio for the mid-high segment, ranging from INR 20,000 to INR 1 lakh.
The World of TECNOlogy show serves as a unique platform to build connections with digital natives and tech enthusiasts while also augmenting its TECNO community. In its endeavour to build a strong community of followers among zillennials, TECNO is leading the charge in introducing premium technologies at the best value points, thereby democratizing the premium category of smart devices.
TECNO plans to utilize this platform for major launches every year, making it an annual technology extravaganza. Visitors will enjoy a first-hand opportunity to witness the latest additions to TECNO’s impressive line-up, including the PHANTOM and CAMON series, as well as the highly-anticipated POVA 5 Series and MEGABOOK laptop.
Customers will also have a direct opportunity to use some of the technologies and products, otherwise available at select retail stores. With innovative showcase zones, the World of TECNOlogy promises to immerse customers in the technical prowess and functionality of its products.
The POVA 5 Pro boasts of a premium Arc Interface with a 3D-textured design, supporting RGB light gamut at the back for notifications, calls and music. Along with this, the phone features a segment-first 68W Ultra-Fast Charging feature.
Its smooth performance is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6080 processor, 8GB + 8GB RAM and up to 256GB ROM. The device stands out as a true disruptor, providing power, speed, and improved capabilities that keep up with the pace of digital natives while providing an exceptional user experience.
Taking the first big step in the Indian AIoT ecosystem TECNO has unveiled the MEGABOOK laptop for Indian consumers today at World of TECNOlogy. MEGABOOK T1 presents an ultra-sleek 14.8mm design with robust performance with the Intel 11th Gen Processor (up to core i7), up to 16GB RAM, 1TB superfast SSD storage and a durable 70Wh battery.
The POVA 5 Series is set to make its debut on August 14, 2023, and will soon be available to customers through Amazon.in.
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