Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB vs TECNO Pova 8: which one suits you?

The two differ in 8 of the specs we have recorded, and the TECNO Pova 8 is cheaper by SAR 94 (prices checked 4 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Lower weight: 192 g vs 225 g · slight difference
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 94
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 144 Hz vs 90 Hz
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (8,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh)

The deciding difference here: screen refresh rate and battery capacity and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Screen size

    6.7 in6.76 in
  • Display type

    Super AMOLED PlusAMOLED
  • Screen refresh rate

    90 Hz✓ 144 Hz

Specifications side by side

19 of 19 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 1,489
Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB specs
TecnoSAR 1,395
TECNO Pova 8 specs
Reference priceSAR 1,489SAR 1,395
Storage256 GB—
Processor—Dimensity 7400
Battery capacity5,000 mAh✓ 8,000 mAh
Years of OS updates6 years—
Memory (RAM)8 GB8 GB
Wired charging45 W45 W
Main camera50 MP50 MP
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in main camera between the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB and the TECNO Pova 8?

No difference here: main camera is 50 MP on both.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB and the TECNO Pova 8?

Battery capacity is higher on the TECNO Pova 8: 8,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in wired charging between the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB and the TECNO Pova 8?

No difference here: wired charging is 45 W on both.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Samsung Galaxy A57 256GB and the TECNO Pova 8?

No difference here: memory (RAM) is 8 GB on both.