The new Tecno Pova 8 5G is now available for purchase in India. The smartphone, which succeeds the Pova 7 series, goes on sale via Flipkart starting today at 12 PM.

The device targets the mid-range smartphone segment and comes with a large battery, high-refresh-rate display, and a unique rear Alive Matrix display designed to show notifications and system information.

Tecno Pova 8 5G Price in India

The smartphone is available in two variants:

Color Options

Buyers can choose from:

• Terminal Green

• 16-bit White

• Plasma Orange

How to Get ₹1,500 Discount

Customers can avail an instant discount of up to ₹1,500 by using eligible cards from:

• SBI Bank

• ICICI Bank

• HDFC Bank

• Axis Bank

The final effective price will depend on the specific bank offer available during checkout.

Unique Alive Matrix Display

One of the standout features of the Tecno Pova 8 5G is the Alive Matrix display located on the rear panel.

The secondary display can show:

• Incoming notifications

• Battery status

• Music playback information

• Time and system alerts

This feature gives the phone a distinctive look compared to other devices in its price segment.

Display Specifications

The smartphone features:

• 6.76-inch Full HD+ display

• 144Hz refresh rate

• 1500Hz touch sampling rate

• Up to 950 nits brightness

The high refresh rate is aimed at gamers and users who prefer smoother scrolling and animations.

Processor and Performance

The phone is powered by:

• MediaTek Dimensity 7100 processor

• 6nm architecture

• Mali-G610 MC2 GPU

Tecno has also included dedicated signal-enhancement chipsets to improve connectivity and network performance.

Camera Features

For photography, the device offers:

Rear Camera

• 50MP Sony LYT-600 primary sensor

Front Camera

• 13MP selfie camera

Additional camera features include:

• Super Night Mode

• Portrait Mode

• Dual Video Recording

• Slow Motion

• Time-Lapse

• Vlog Mode

Massive 8000mAh Battery

Battery life is one of the phone's biggest highlights.

Specifications include:

• 8000mAh battery

• 45W fast charging support

According to company claims, the battery can deliver:

• Up to 39.5 hours of calling

• Up to 17.7 hours of video playback

• More than 1,100 hours of standby time

Additional Features

The Tecno Pova 8 5G also comes with:

• Android 16-based HiOS 16

• MIL-STD-810H durability certification

• Advanced cooling system for gaming and heavy usage

Competition

In the Indian market, the Tecno Pova 8 5G competes with smartphones such as:

• Realme 15 Pro 5G

• Samsung Galaxy A36 5G

• Motorola Edge 60 Pro

Conclusion

The Tecno Pova 8 5G brings several standout features to the mid-range segment, including a massive 8000mAh battery, a 144Hz display, and the unique Alive Matrix notification screen. With bank discounts of up to ₹1,500 available during the first sale, the smartphone aims to attract users looking for long battery life and gaming-focused performance.