Tecno has just announced its latest addition to the Pova lineup – the Tecno Pova Slim 5. What makes this phone stand out is not just its performance, but its incredibly slim 5.95mm profile, making it one of the thinnest 5G+ smartphones on the market today.
With its sleek body, vibrant AMOLED display, and decent power under the hood, the Pova Slim 5 seems designed to challenge ultra-thin phones like the iPhone 17 Air and Galaxy S25 Edge—but at a much more affordable price. Let’s dive into the full specifications and features.
Ultra-Slim Design
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Dimensions: 164.23 × 75.91 × 5.95 mm
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Colors: Sky Blue, Slim White, Cool Black
At just 5.95mm thick, this is Tecno’s slimmest phone to date. Despite its thinness, Tecno has still managed to pack in a large 5160mAh battery with fast charging, showing clever engineering.
Display: 144Hz AMOLED Brilliance
The Tecno Pova Slim 5 sports a 6.78-inch 3D AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution (1224 × 2720 pixels).
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Refresh Rate: 144Hz for buttery-smooth scrolling and gaming
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Brightness: Ultra-bright panel for outdoor visibility
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Technology: Curved AMOLED with immersive viewing experience
This display alone makes the Pova Slim 5 feel more premium than most mid-range phones.
Performance: Dimensity 6400 5G+
Under the hood, the phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 5G+ chipset.
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RAM & Storage:
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128GB + 16GB* (with 8GB Extended RAM)
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256GB + 16GB* (with 8GB Extended RAM)
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Connectivity: 2G / 3G / 4G / 5G+
This ensures smooth multitasking, stable gaming, and future-ready 5G+ speeds.
Cameras: Dual Rear + Selfie
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Rear Cameras:
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50MP (Primary)
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2MP (Depth)
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Rear LED Flash
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Front Camera:
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13MP for selfies and video calls
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While not flagship-level, the 50MP shooter with AI enhancements should deliver crisp shots in most conditions.
Battery & Charging
Even at just 5.95mm thickness, Tecno has managed to include a 5160mAh battery.
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Charging Speed: 45W Super Charging
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Audio: Stereo loudspeakers with Dolby Atmos support
This makes it a reliable device for entertainment, gaming, and long hours of usage.
Connectivity & Sensors
The Tecno Pova Slim 5 is feature-rich, including modern connectivity options:
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Wi-Fi (2.4GHz + 5GHz)
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Bluetooth 5.4
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GNSS (GPS, etc.)
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NFC
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Infrared Remote Control
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FreeLink
Sensors: Ambient light, Proximity, G-sensor, E-compass, Gyroscope, and an Under-display fingerprint sensor.
Key Highlights
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📱 Slimmest Tecno phone yet – only 5.95mm
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🌈 Stylish colors: Sky Blue, Slim White, Cool Black
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⚡ MediaTek Dimensity 6400 5G+ chipset
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🎮 144Hz 1.5K AMOLED display for gaming and smooth visuals
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📸 50MP dual rear cameras + 13MP selfie camera
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🔋 5160mAh battery with 45W fast charging
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🔊 Dolby Atmos stereo speakers
Final Thoughts
The Tecno Pova Slim 5 seems to target users who want a stylish, ultra-slim device without compromising too much on performance or battery life. It doesn’t aim to be a flagship killer but instead positions itself as an affordable alternative to slim luxury phones like the iPhone 17 Air and Galaxy S25 Edge.
If Tecno can price it aggressively, the Pova Slim 5 could be one of the most exciting mid-range smartphones of 2025.
