Tecno Pova Curve 2 5G leak hints at an 8,000mAh battery, 144Hz 1.5K curved AMOLED, and the new Dimensity 7100

Leaked renders suggest the Tecno Pova Curve 2 5G could launch in 2026 with an 8,000mAh battery, 144Hz 1.5K curved AMOLED display, Dimensity 7100, and Android 16.

Tecno’s next POVA Curve phone is shaping up to be one of the most unusual—and potentially most battery-focused—mid-range smartphones headed into 2026. Over the past few days, multiple reports citing leaked renders and specs have painted the same picture: a bold geometric design paired with a huge 8,000mAh battery and a curved AMOLED display that’s said to run at 144Hz. ^[1]

What’s new today (Dec 31) is that the once “unannounced” chipset repeatedly mentioned in those leaks—MediaTek’s Dimensity 7100—now has official specs published by MediaTek, adding important context about what this platform can (and can’t) do. ^[2]

Tecno Pova Curve 2 5G: key rumored specs at a glance

Based on the most consistent leak details across Notebookcheck, Android Headlines, Unbox PH, and Technobaboy, here’s what’s being reported so far:

Display: 6.78-inch curved AMOLED, 1.5K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate ^[3]
Battery:8,000mAh with 45W wired fast charging ^[4]
Chipset:MediaTek Dimensity 7100 ^[5]
Memory/storage:8GB–12GB RAM, 128GB–256GB storage ^[6]
Cameras:50MP main + 2MP secondary on the back; 13MP selfie ^[7]
Software:HiOS 16 based on Android 16 ^[8]
Extras:IP64 rating, in-display fingerprint sensor, IR blaster, and Dolby Atmos branding/support ^[9]

None of this is official yet—Tecno hasn’t publicly confirmed the device or its specs—but the overlap between multiple outlets suggests these leaks are all pointing to the same prototype information. ^[10]

The design: triangular cameras, orange accents, and a “gaming” vibe

If there’s one thing Tecno’s POVA line rarely does, it’s look boring—and the Pova Curve 2 seems ready to lean into that reputation.

Leaked renders described by Notebookcheck show a triangular camera module with two lenses and an LED flash, plus a standout transparent-looking triangular element at the lower-right of the back panel. The phone is also described with a silver chassis and orange accent details, adding to the “industrial” aesthetic. ^[11]

Android Headlines similarly frames the design as geometric and gaming-inspired, calling out a distinctive camera housing and accent details that make it feel more like a gaming accessory than a typical minimalist slab phone. ^[12]

Unbox PH adds that the look appears closer to Tecno’s recent POVA styling (including orange highlights, even on the power button), suggesting a consistent design language heading into 2026. ^[13]

The headline feature: an 8,000mAh battery in a “mid-range” phone

In 2025, a 5,000mAh battery is standard and 6,000mAh is increasingly common—but 8,000mAh is still rare in mainstream designs. That’s why this rumored spec is the biggest reason the Pova Curve 2 is getting attention.

All four major leak roundups cite the same battery number (8,000mAh) and the same charging spec (45W wired), which suggests Tecno may be attempting a bold endurance play—especially for users who keep brightness high, game often, or run high refresh rates. ^[14]

There’s one obvious unknown: size and weight. Battery capacity this large usually comes with trade-offs (thickness, weight, or both), and no leak has provided dimensions yet. ^[15]

144Hz + 1.5K curved AMOLED: a premium screen move (if it ships)

The display claims are also aggressive for the expected price segment: a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED panel with a 1.5K resolution and 144Hz refresh rate is typically something you see on higher-priced devices—or at least on phones where battery isn’t the headline. ^[16]

Technobaboy explicitly calls this a step up from the prior model, describing it as an upgrade from an FHD+ panel. ^[17]

Unbox PH echoes the same story: same 6.78-inch class size and curved AMOLED positioning, but with a bump to 1.5K this time around. ^[18]

What’s new on Dec 31: Dimensity 7100 specs are now official

Earlier leak reports described the Dimensity 7100 as “yet-to-be-announced.” As of today, MediaTek has posted a dedicated Dimensity 7100 product page with a full specification list and platform highlights. ^[19]

Here are the key official details that matter most in the context of the rumored Pova Curve 2:

CPU: 4× Cortex‑A78 up to 2.4GHz + 4× Cortex‑A55 up to 2.0GHz ^[20]
GPU:Mali‑G610 MC2 ^[21]
Memory & storage: supports LPDDR5 and UFS 3.1 ^[22]
Camera ISP: up to 200MP ^[23]
5G: peak downlink listed up to 3.3Gbps, with 3GPP Release‑16 features noted ^[24]
Connectivity: Wi‑Fi up to Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4 ^[25]
Power/charging: MediaTek highlights integrated 45W fast charging and UFCS support on the platform feature list ^[26]

A spec mismatch to watch: 144Hz leak vs. MediaTek’s stated display limit

One detail worth watching closely: MediaTek’s official Dimensity 7100 spec list includes “Max Refresh Rate: up to 120Hz” (and “Max Display Resolution: up to 1200×2600”). ^[27]

That doesn’t automatically disprove the Pova Curve 2’s rumored 144Hz panel—manufacturers sometimes use different refresh rates depending on resolution modes or display pipeline choices—but it’s a potential red flag until Tecno confirms real-world display behavior.

How it could compare to the current Pova Curve 5G

Tecno’s own marketing for the existing POVA Curve 5G emphasizes a 5,500mAh battery, 45W flash charge, and a 144Hz curved AMOLED display. ^[28]

If the leaks are accurate, the Pova Curve 2 would follow the same “curved AMOLED + gaming styling” formula but push two major upgrades:

Battery jump: from 5,500mAh → 8,000mAh (rumored) ^[29]
Resolution bump: into the 1.5K class (rumored) ^[30]

That would be a significant shift in priorities: endurance first, but without abandoning the high-refresh AMOLED identity the Curve line already leans on.

Expected price and launch timing

There’s still no official pricing, but two leak roundups give ballpark expectations:

Android Headlines suggests the positioning could be sub-$250, based on the prior generation and the overall budget-focused direction. ^[31]
Technobaboy reports leaks suggesting under INR 20,000, while noting the prior model’s launch pricing context (including INR 15,999 and a Philippines price reference). ^[32]

As for timing, Unbox PH says Tecno hasn’t announced a date but expects a first half of 2026 launch window and wouldn’t be surprised by an MWC 2026 appearance. ^[33]

What to watch next

Because this is still leak territory, the most reliable “next confirmations” typically come from:

Certification listings (battery capacity, charging standards, IP rating confirmations)
Benchmark database entries (chipset + RAM variants)
Official Tecno teasers (which often confirm design and one or two headline specs)

For now, though, the narrative is clear: if Tecno really ships a mid-range phone with an 8,000mAh battery, a curved 1.5K AMOLED display, and Dimensity 7100, the POVA Curve 2 5G could become one of early 2026’s most talked-about value devices—especially for users who prioritize endurance without giving up smooth scrolling and gaming-first styling. ^[34]

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