Tecno Pova 6 Pro 5G Review: Tecno, a smartphone brand of the Transsion Group, effectively asserts its prowess when it comes to taking the market by storm with low to mid-range devices. The launch of the Tecno Pova 6 Pro 5G smartphone simply bolsters the notion. In this review, we shall dedicate our efforts to finding out what’s in the offing with the introduction of Tecno Pova 6 Pro.

Tecno Pova 6 Pro Review: Price and Variants

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The Tecno Pova 6 Pro 5G comes with two storage variants - 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB. They are priced at Rs 19,999 and Rs 21,999. Also, the smartphone is available in two colour options - Comet Green and Meteorite Grey. Here we are using a 12GB + 256GB variant of the smartphone in Comet Green colour. 

Tecno Pova 6 Pro Review: Design

The Tecno Pova 6 Pro is poised to give numerous mid-range competitors a run for money in the realm of design and build quality. Adorned with a reflective glossy back panel, the smartphone is poised to grab eyeballs. The polycarbonate body can lead to noticeable fingerprint impressions and using a protective case is advised. The use of photolithography technology at the back makes it look more premium. The back panel offers you customisation options with its popularly dubbed ‘arc light interface’ or dynamic light effects. Offering over nine different modes, you can personalise the interface which has over 200 LEDs.

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Succinctly complementing its futuristic design, the 3.5 mm headphone jack is a treat to look out for. Also, the device comes with IP58 rating for dust and water resistance.

Tecno Pova 6 Pro Review: Display

The smartphone features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, supporting Full HD+ resolution and ensuring good viewing angles. The peak brightness of the device is 1300 nits, which is a satisfactory proposition under bright light. The device offers a smooth scrolling experience with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Additionally, the Widevine L1 certification lets you stream HD content from Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. One unmissable fact is that this device supports both Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio, taking the multimedia experience a notch above.  

TecnoPova 6 Pro Review: Performance and Software

Powered by MediaTek’s Helio G99 4G chipset, the Tecno Pova 6 Pro is a beautiful amalgamation of performance and power efficiency. You can easily use this device for multitasking without having to worry about any technical stutters or occasional hiccups. Additionally, the device comes with a microSD card slot with an option to expand the storage up to a whooping 1TB. The device runs on HiOS, which is based on Android 14. The Tecno’s custom HiOS skin renders vibrant UI, with refreshed icons and a customisable home screen. 

Tecno Pova 6 Pro Review: Camera

Boasting a triple camera setup, which includes a 108-megapixel main sensor, a 2MP secondary camera, and an AI lens, the camera output of the Tecno Pova 6 Pro is commendable. The star of the show is the primary 108 MP shooter, capturing photos that are detailed and maintain vibrant colours. Under daylight, the camera provides crisp images with adequate sharpness. Under low-light conditions, the quality plummets a bit, though remains okayish. 

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The selfie camera, a 32MP sensor, is supported by a dual-LED dual-tone flash. The picture quality is surprisingly good for a mid-ranger, even under low light conditions with the selfie shooter. 

Tecno Pova 6 Pro Review: Battery

The Tecno Pova 6 Pro flaunts an impressive battery capability as it is powered by a 6,000mAh brick, supporting 70W fast charging - something we haven't seen before. From intense gamers to social media lovers, this battery is going to keep the device functioning for a considerably long time. A single charge ensures robust usage for an entire day. The device can be fully charged within 60 minutes. Also, a 10W reverse charging is another USP linked to this device. 

Tecno Pova 6 Pro Review: Verdict

If you are looking for a mid-range device which encompasses every essential ingredient, including good battery life, seamless performance, and decent camera quality, the Tecno Pova 6 Pro is one of the most remarkable value-for-money kind of a device. Unless you are overly concerned about the low-light camera performance or the polycarbonate build, this device presents a compelling option. Honestly speaking, the pros seem to be overwhelming the cons with regard to the Tecno Pova 6 Pro.