The Tecno POVA Neo 2, released in September 2022, is an impressive budget-friendly smartphone that offers a multitude of remarkable features. Coming in fascinating color variants such as Orange Magma, Uranolite Gray, and Virtual Blue, it offers the best of both worlds – amazing features alongside unique aesthetics.

Key Specifications

Features	Details
Network	2G / 3G / 4G / LTE
SIM	Dual SIM (nano)
Display Type	IPS LCD, 90Hz
Display Size	6.82 inches (~83.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution	720 x 1640 pixels, HD+, 20:9 ratio (~263 ppi density)
Protection	—
Operating System	Android 12, HiOS 8.6
Chipset	MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm)
CPU cores	Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
Graphics	Mali-G52 MC2
RAM	4GB, 6GB LPDDR4X
Internal Memory	64GB, 128GB eMMC 5.1
Card slot	Yes, up to 512GB
Main Camera	16 MP (wide), AF, 2 MP (depth)
Camera Features	Dual-LED flash, HDR, Panorama
Video	1080p@30fps
Selfie Camera	8 MP f/2.0 (wide), LED flash
Selfie Resolution	1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker	Yes, DTS Audio
3.5mm Jack	Yes
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes
GPS	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
IR Port	No
FM Radio	Yes
USB Port	USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go (OTG)
Battery Capacity	7000 mAh
Battery Type	Li-Po (Non-removable)
Charging	18W fast charging
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass, proximity
Build	Glass front, Plastic back, Plastic frame
Dimensions	170.9 x 77.8 x 9.6 mm
Weight	230g
Colors	Orange Magma, Uranolite Gray, Virtual Blue
Price	₱6,999 – (6GB + 128GB)

Detailed Overview

Display

The Tecno POVA Neo 2 comes with a 6.82-inch IPS LCD display that supports a 90Hz refresh rate. It has a resolution of 720 x 1640 pixels, HD+ resolution, and 263ppi density, guaranteeing clear and bright visuals.

Operating System and Performance

The smartphone operates on Android 12 integrated with HiOS 8.6. It’s powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm) chipset, coupled with an octa-core CPU (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) and a Mali-G52 MC2 GPU.

Memory

The Tecno POVA Neo 2 is available in two memory configurations: 4GB and 6GB LPDDR4X RAM. It comes with 64GB or 128GB internal storage (eMMC 5.1) and also supports up to 512GB external storage.

Cameras

The rear camera setup includes a 16 MP (wide) AF and a 2 MP depth sensor, which comes with features like Dual-LED flash, HDR, and Panorama, and supports 1080p@30fps video recording. It also sports an 8 MP f/2.0 (wide) selfie camera with an LED flash that also supports 1080p@30fps video recording.

Audio

The device has a loudspeaker that supports DTS Audio. It also includes a 3.5mm jack for wired headphones.

Connectivity

The Tecno POVA Neo 2 provides comprehensive connectivity options, including Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE, NFC, and GPS with A-GPS, GLONASS. It also supports FM radio and has a USB Type-C 2.0 port with USB On-The-Go (OTG) support. However, it does not include an IR Port.

Battery

It boasts a powerful 7000 mAh Li-Po non-removable battery and supports 18W fast charging.

Other Features

The smartphone features a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, compass, and proximity sensor. It’s designed with a glass front, plastic back, and plastic frame, weighing 230g and measuring 170.9 x 77.8 x 9.6 mm.

Pricing

The Tecno POVA Neo 2 is a cost-effective innovative smartphone. The 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant is priced at an affordable ₱6,999. With its top-notch features, this smartphone certainly stands out in the entry-level segment of the market.