Tecno Pova 6 Neo 5G Review

In the under Rs 15,000 price range, smartphones are constantly competing to offer the best features for a budget-friendly price. Tecno Pova 6 Neo is the latest to join the competition, boasting an attractive design, reliable performance, and cameras that include AI-powered features, which is a popular trend right now. The big question is: Can it stand out and keep the price low? Let’s see if this phone meets expectations and is worth considering for your next purchase.

Main Specs:

📅 Release Date	September 14, 2024	📏 Size	192.3mm height, 7.8mm thickness	🤖 OS	Android 14, HIOS 14.5
💾 Storage	128GB / 256GB, microSDXC	📺 Screen	6.67 inches, 720×1600 pixels	📸 Camera	108 MP, 1440p video

Specification Tecno Pova 6 Neo

Category	Details
🌐 Network	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
📏 Body	165.4 x 76.8 x 7.8 mm, 192.3g, IP54 dust/splash resistant
💳 SIM	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual standby)
📱 Display	6.67″ IPS LCD, 120Hz, 720×1600 pixels
🖥️ OS	Android 14, HIOS 14.5
🧠 Chipset	MediaTek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
⚙️ CPU	Octa-core (2×2.4 GHz & 6×2.0 GHz)
🎮 GPU	Mali-G57 MC2
💾 Memory	128GB 6GB RAM / 256GB 8GB RAM
📷 Main Camera	108 MP, PDAF
🤳 Selfie Cam	8 MP
🔊 Sound	Stereo speakers, 3.5mm jack
📡 Comms	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC
🔌 USB	USB Type-C 2.0
🧭 Sensors	Fingerprint (side), accelerometer
🔋 Battery	5000 mAh, 18W charging
🎨 Colors	Azure Sky, Midnight Shadow, Aurora Cloud
💶 Price	~140 EUR

Tecno Pova 6 Neo Pricing and Availability

Tecno Pova 6 Neo is available in India in two versions. 6GB RAM and 128GB storage model is priced at ₹12,999 while 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant costs ₹13,999. Both versions can be purchased through Tecno eStore.

Tecno Pova 6 Neo Display and Design

Tecno Pova 6 Neo in Midnight Shadow has a stylish look with golden rings around cameras and a glowing aura light, giving it a premium touch. Matte glass back helps keep fingerprints away which is great for those who like a clean, smudge-free phone. It’s comfortable to hold even without a cover and has a balanced weight and smooth edges.

Weighing 192 grams and just 7.8mm thick, phone is easy to handle. It has an IP54 rating for basic water and dust resistance. Buttons and ports are placed in the usual spots with a headphone jack, USB port and speaker grille at the bottom, and power and volume buttons on right. Flat design feels solid, though it can feel a bit bulky if kept in a pocket for too long.

6.67-inch IPS LCD display has resolution of 720×1600 and 120Hz refresh rate. While screen looks good for price, its brightness struggles in direct sunlight and thick bezels, especially at bottom, are quite noticeable when watching videos. Compared to competitors offering AMOLED displays at a similar price, Tecno could have done better here.

Phone is good for watching content and supports Netflix. It doesn’t have HDR and audio can distort at high volumes. Despite these minor issues, it offers solid performance for its price.

Tecno Pova 6 Neo Performance and Software

Tecno Pova 6 Neo is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, found in other phones like Infinix Hot 50 5G and Realme 13. It performs better in benchmarks than some competitors like OPPO K12x and Tecno Pova 6 Pro which is a positive sign.

Phone comes with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, running on HiOS 14.5 based on Android 14. It offers smooth performance for tasks like calls, messaging and social media. 120Hz refresh rate makes scrolling feel smooth and responsive.

For gaming- Subway Surfers runs smoothly, but Call of Duty: Mobile shows performance dips on higher settings, dropping to 52 fps. On lower settings, it holds at 60 fps but phone heats up after extended sessions.

Phone has useful AI features like AI Portrait and AI Cutout but you might not use them often. It also has a dynamic island for notifications and music that looks nice but isn’t a big deal.

However, Pova 6 Neo comes with pre-installed Tecno apps which may affect overall performance slightly.

Tecno Pova 6 Neo Cameras

108-megapixel AI camera on Tecno Pova 6 Neo performs well in daylight, delivering vibrant colors and sharp details. Though phone takes a moment to process each shot, final results are impressive for price. Dynamic range is handled fairly well, though camera struggles with photos taken against light, causing shadows to lose detail and look a bit artificial.

Phone doesn’t have an ultra-wide camera, limiting photo variety. Portraits look good with natural skin tones but need better background blur.

For selfies- 8-megapixel front camera does a great job of keeping look authentic, though occasionally a reddish tint appears on cheeks and forehead. In low-light conditions, landscape shots lose clarity and detail, though with slightly better lighting, camera manages decent performance.

Tecno Pova 6 Neo Battery and Charging

Tecno Pova 6 Neo comes with 5,000mAh battery offering solid performance for everyday use. Included 18W charger takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to fully charge phone, which might feel a bit slow if you’re in a hurry.

Even though the PCMark battery test had errors, the phone lasted almost 13 hours. In real use, including gaming and streaming, it lasted all day before needing a charge.

Tecno Pova 6 Neo Pros and Cons

✅Pros	❌Cons
✅ Good performance and 60fps gaming	❌ Average low-light photos
🎨 Attractive design	⚡ Slow charging
🔋 Long battery life	📉 Bloatware apps
📸 Good photos in daylight	🚫 No AMOLED display
🤖 Useful AI features	❌
💧 IP54 rating	❌

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Conclusion

Tecno Pova 6 Neo has sleek design & good performance with some useful AI features. Its 108-megapixel camera takes great photos in daylight. However, the IPS LCD display isn’t as good as the AMOLED screens on some competitors, and the 18W charger is slow. The camera also struggles in low light.

Overall, it’s a good value for the price. If you want a better display or faster charging, you might want to consider spending a bit more on alternatives like the Realme P1.