The TECNO POVA Curve 2 5G has arrived. It’s a slim, lightweight phone, and yet this guy packs a massive 8000mAh capacity. That’s just one of the many great aspects of this phone that we like so far.
There’s the crisp display, improved network connectivity, the unique design, and we’re gonna talk all about it in this article.
Right off the bat, probably the best thing about the POVA Curve 2 is that large battery capacity. Its frame measures only 7.42 mm thin, and yet TECNO was able to throw in an 8000mAh battery inside.
We ran the tests and the phone was able to achieve 19 hours and 35 minutes of battery life in our PCMark test. That’s already a solid result and it’s even better on typical usage, comfortably lasting us for more than two days before charging.
Charging is also quick thanks to 45W charging that refills the battery by 50% in about 36 minutes, and 100% in a little over an hour. And with reverse wired charging support, it also doubles as an emergency power bank to charge other devices and accessories.
Not to mention, there’s also bypass charging which is great for those long session gaming. For those who didn’t know, bypass charging allows the phone to directly draw power from the wall charger rather than using the battery.
This leads to less battery degradation over time, so even after years of usage, its battery health remains near to full capacity. Which I think is great for those who’d like to keep using their phones for several years.
Performance is something TECNO doesn’t really skimp on, especially for a POVA series smartphone such as the POVA Curve 2.
Under the hood, it’s equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset along with 8GB LPDDR5X RAM (+8GB extended memory) and 256GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage.
Taking a look at our benchmark results, the phone was able to hit almost 830K in AnTuTu V11 and that already gives us an idea as to how it performs.
Navigating around is fairly smooth and responsive, you can do a decent amount of multi-tasking, and gaming is also pretty good.
Playing MOBA games like Mobile Legends, the phone was surprisingly able to hit 120 frames per second (FPS) consistently throughout matches, and there were no obvious stutters even during clashes.
For shooter games like Call of Duty Mobile, we’re getting at least 90 FPS on Low graphics with Battle Royale mode, which is still pretty smooth regardless.
And if you’re gaming on the go, this phone got you covered with a more reliable network and signal reception which we’ll talk about next.
The POVA Curve 2 features what TECNO calls the dual signal chip. These are the SE1 Wi-Fi chip and the self-developed G1 chip, both designed to boost signal reception for Wi-Fi and network connectivity.
TECNO says that the Wi-Fi chip brings stronger Wi-Fi reception by 60%, and the G1 chip boosts signal reception by a whopping 200%.
In our experience, there’s definitely truth in those claims. For one, we can reliably connect to mobile data inside our office wherein our personal phones struggle to have a proper connection.
We mostly rely on fiber internet, so this is actually useful for someone like us who constantly needs to have a reliable internet connection.
And second, it’s even more useful for when working outside, so it’s gonna come in handy as a mobile hotspot for your laptop or whatnot.
Now, another thing we like doing on the go is watching content, and on that note, the POVA Curve 2 delivers.
It sports a 6.78-inch Curved AMOLED display, hence the name, rocking a smooth 144Hz refresh rate. Watching movies, YouTube, or doom scrolling on socials have been an enjoyable experience. There’s even Dolby Atmos support, improving audio quality.
While most of you may prefer a flat screen (that’s fair) the curved display here isn’t really distracting. In fact, it just adds a more comfortable grip in the hand since the frame and the back panel are also curved.
It’s also quite good at mistouch prevention, especially on the edges.
Speaking of the back panel, we can’t ignore that unique, almost futuristic look. TECNO calls it the “Interstellar Spaceship Design” and what’s interesting about it is the minimalist approach. And we honestly like that.
Our unit is in the Misty Purple colorway and it weirdly looks premium in my opinion.
The triangular camera island layout works, the subtle accenting on the edges and the POVA moniker look nice, and that little detail on the bottom right corner balances out the overall design.
This phone also has some tough build quality to boot. It has a 5-Star SGS certification for drop and bend resistance, and it’s also IP64-rated offering dust and splash resistance. The display also gets a layer of added protection with Gorilla Glass 7i.
And those are some of our most favorite features about the POVA Curve 2! So far, this is looking like a good option for gamers, power users, those who travel a lot, and even motorcycle riders out there.
The large 8000mAh battery provides enough juice for gaming, the overall performance is great for multi-tasking and everyday use, and the dual signal chip delivers the reliability that riders and travelers want when they’re out and about.
So, if you’re looking for a smartphone that lasts, the TECNO POVA Curve 2 is one to consider.
It’s been out for a while now, priced at PHP 16,999 for the sole config of 8GB+256GB.
TECNO POVA Curve 2 5G specs:
6.78-inch FHD+ Curved AMOLED
144Hz refresh rate, 429 PPI
4500 nits peak brightness
Corning Gorilla Glass 7i
MediaTek Dimensity 7100 5G
6nm, octa-core, up to 2.4GHz
8GB LPDDR5X RAM (+8GB extended memory)
256GB UFS 2.2 storage
Dual rear cameras:
– 50MP main
– 2MP macro
13MP selfie camera (wide angle)
Dual nano-SIM
5G, 4G LTE
Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth 5.4
GPS
USB Type-C
NFC, IR blaster
Under-display fingerprint sensor, face unlock
IP64 dust and splash resistance
SGS 5-Star drop and bend resistance
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio
HiOS 16 for POVA, Android 16
8000mAh battery
45W charging (wired)
Supports reverse wired and bypass charging
162.7 x 77.2 x 7.42 mm (dimensions)
195g (weight)
Misty Purple, Storm Titanium, Melting Silver (colorways)
JM has always had an affinity for all things tech and gaming, even before joining YugaTech. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (Manila). Since then, JM has been covering the tech industry for several years now through engaging news, reviews, and content creation. Specializing in video editing, writing, and videography, he pays close attention to visuals, spec sheet, and the rule of thirds. JM is also mainly a Nintendo guy, often bringing his modded 3DS XL with him wherever he goes whenever he can.
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