The Samsung is much cheaper. The TECNO answers with an 8000 mAh battery.
Short answer
Galaxy A36 5G - Super AMOLED, 8/256 GB, three cameras, a slim 7.4 mm body and cheaper. TECNO Pova 8 5G - 8000 mAh, 144 Hz, a 13 MP front camera.
Key differences
| Spec | TECNO Pova 8 5G | Samsung Galaxy A36 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 |
| Display | 6.76", IPS LCD, 1080×2344, 144 Hz | 6.7", Super AMOLED, 1080×2340, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 8/256 GB, 8/128 GB, 6/128 GB | 8/256 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP | 50 MP + 8 MP + 5 MP |
| Front | 13 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 45 W | 45 W |
| Protection | IP64 | IP67 |
| Thickness / weight | 8.8 mm / 225 g | 7.4 mm / 195 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
MediaTek Dimensity 7100 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 - both with 5G.
Screen
Super AMOLED 120 Hz on the Samsung vs IPS LCD 144 Hz on the TECNO.
Battery
8000 vs 5000 mAh; charging is the same - 45 W.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Screen, cameras, price - Galaxy A36 5G.
- Battery life - TECNO Pova 8 5G.
FAQ
What battery does the Pova 8 have?
8000 mAh.
Does the Pova 8 have AMOLED?
No, IPS LCD.
Which is cheaper?
The Galaxy A36 5G.