'Comparing' Tecno Pova 7 and Nubia Neo 3: which is the choice for eSports gamers?

In the phone segment under 5 million VND, Tecno Pova 7 and Nubia Neo 3 5G emerged as two typical choices for users who love mobile gaming experiences, especially popular eSports games. Both have similar configurations, 120Hz screens, large capacity batteries and mid-range processors.

However, when it comes to details, small differences in design and features can create a big gap in experience, especially for gamers who have high requirements for operation and response.

Design and gaming elements

In terms of design, both smartphones have a prominent back, with a tilted camera cluster and strong lines. However, the Nubia Neo 3 is more aimed at gamers with an integrated RGB lighting system and lighting effects when charging and playing games. The black and white colors on the Nubia are also somewhat trendy and minimalist but still exude the typical look of a gaming device.

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Meanwhile, the Tecno Pova 7 is more neutral. The glossy back design and the 3-circle camera cluster placed close together create a neat appearance, but it does not really have a clear gaming feel. In return, the Pova 7 has a slightly better IP64 water resistance than the IP54 of the Nubia Neo 3 - a small but useful detail in some real-life usage conditions.

Both models use a large screen of about 6.8 inches, LCD panel and 120Hz refresh rate. However, Pova 7 has a slightly higher resolution (1080 x 2392), while Nubia Neo 3 is 900 x 2030. However, actual experience shows that Nubia Neo 3's screen is brighter than Tecno Pova 7 despite the lower resolution.

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The side of the Nubia Neo 3 stands out with its red power key and fingerprint sensor design, and integrates two touch trigger zones at both ends. This design not only has a strong gamer aesthetic but also optimizes horizontal holding when playing, creating a feeling similar to a console controller.

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Meanwhile, the Tecno Pova 7 keeps the simple and flat edge design, with no special highlights other than the SIM slot. However, this design still ensures a solid feel when held in the hand, but clearly lacks the elements that support a deep gaming experience like on its rival from Nubia.

Performance and gaming optimization: Nubia Neo 3 goes deep into eSports experience

On the software side, both devices integrate a separate gaming space called Game Space. This feature allows users to customize the phone's performance, block notifications and focus on the game. The Game Space interface on Nubia Neo 3 has many advantages such as setting the position of 2 trigger buttons and displaying detailed parameters such as FPS, CPU, GPU, RAM and remaining battery life - important factors in high-intensity competition or training.

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When evaluated by Antutu tool, Nubia Neo 3 achieved 467,994 points, slightly higher than Tecno Pova 7 (about 441,000 points). Besides, during the game, Nubia Neo 3 kept the CPU temperature at only about 40 degrees Celsius and the battery at 36-37 degrees Celsius, showing very good heat control ability.

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The biggest plus point of Nubia is the equipment of 2 physical triggers (touch sensors) placed on the right edge, allowing players to operate like a game controller. This is a prominent factor that Tecno Pova 7 does not have at all. In FPS games like PUBG Mobile , this trigger helps separate the shooting and aiming operations between two fingers (index and thumb), instead of concentrating both operations on one touch point as usual.

When playing games like PUBG Mobile or Free Fire , both devices maintain a stable FPS of 45–60 frames per second. However, thanks to the physical triggers, the Nubia Neo 3 offers a more precise shooting experience and faster reflexes — something that Tecno cannot replace with any software solution.

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With heavier games like Genshin Impact , both devices aren't ideal at high settings, but can still play smoothly if you turn down the effects. With strategy games like AFK Journey or Clash Royale , the Nubia Neo 3 even hits 90fps at optimal settings.

Battery life and charging speed: Tecno has the upper hand

If Nubia Neo 3 focuses on performance and pure gaming experience, Tecno Pova 7 is the ideal choice for those who value battery life and fast charging. With a battery capacity of up to 6,000mAh, the device can completely maintain long gaming sessions, watch videos or surf social networks all day without worrying about charging.

Real-life experience shows that Tecno can reach more than 7 hours of continuous gaming at medium graphics settings, something that Nubia Neo 3 can hardly keep up with with its 5,000mAh battery. Not only stopping at capacity, Tecno's charging speed is also impressive when supporting 70W fast charging, significantly shortening waiting time between matches. In contrast, Nubia Neo 3 only supports a maximum of 33W charging - equivalent to current popular phone models.

General assessment

If you prioritize long battery life, Tecno Pova 7 is a worthy choice. However, if the goal is a smooth gaming experience, fast reflexes and an emphasis on eSports experiences such as physical triggers, Game Space optimized interface, then Nubia Neo 3 5G is a more suitable device, especially for games that require complex operations such as PUBG Mobile or Free Fire.

In the same price range under 5 million VND, Nubia Neo 3 is a rare choice that brings a gaming experience closer to professional models without having to spend millions more on high-end gaming phones.