Tecno Pova 5 Price in South Africa
Expected Retail Price
ZAR2628
ZAR3600
Price of Tecno Pova 5 in South Africa as of Oct 2026.
Key Features:
Brand: Tecno
Display: 6.78" IPS LCD
Chipset: Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm)
Camera: Single: 50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 1/2.76", PDAF; Auxiliary lens
Battery: 6,000 mAh / 45W wired, 50% in 21 min, 100% in 60 min
Memory: 8 GB RAM / 128 GB storage
Should you buy the Tecno Pova 5?
Reasons to Buy
- 6,000 mAh battery capacity
- 6.78" IPS LCD display for media and everyday use
- Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm) platform for daily performance
Reasons to Avoid
- Durability and protection details should be confirmed before purchase.
Detailed Specifications
Launch
| Announced | 2023-06-29 |
|---|---|
| Released | 2023-07 |
| Device type | Smartphone |
| Model number | LH7n |
Body
| Dimensions | 168.6 x 76.6 x 9 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 219.4 g |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
Display
| Type | IPS LCD |
|---|---|
| Size | 6.78 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2460 pixels |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 580 nits (typ) |
Platform
| OS | Android 13, HIOS 13 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
Memory
| RAM | 8 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Card slot | microSDXC |
Camera
| Rear camera | Single: 50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 1/2.76", PDAF; Auxiliary lens |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 50 MP |
| Rear features | Dual LED flash |
| Selfie camera | Single: 8 MP |
| Selfie camera MP | 8 MP |
| Video | 1440p@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
Battery
| Capacity | 6,000 mAh |
|---|---|
| Wired charging | 45W wired, 50% in 21 min, 100% in 60 min |
| Reverse charging | 10W reverse wired |
Connectivity
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Radio | FM radio |
Features
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint | side-mounted |
| Audio | Yes, with stereo speakers; 3.5mm jack |
| Colors | Mecha Black, Amber Gold, Hurricane Blue, Free Fire Edition |
Specifications last checked Jun 25, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Tecno Pova 5 was officially 2023-07.
The starting retail price for the Tecno Pova 5 in South Africa is currently za ZAR2628. Historically, it has retailed for as high as za ZAR3600.
It features a 6.78" IPS LCD display with 1080 x 2460 pixels resolution.
The verified rear camera specification is Single: 50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 1/2.76", PDAF; Auxiliary lens, with video recording listed as 1440p@30fps, 1080p@30fps.
The device lists a 6,000 mAh 45W battery, with 45W wired, 50% in 21 min, 100% in 60 min wired charging.
