TECNO Pova Slim 5G Now Officially World’s Thinnest Smartphone with a Curved Display at 5.95mm Thick

Smartphones keep getting thinner but TECNO’s Pova Slim 5G, launched at IFA 2025, takes it to the extreme. At 5.95mm thick, it’s the thinnest 5G phone with a curved display ever made, according to the company.

Can it endure everyday use? Will the battery last? TECNO responds with innovative engineering. The back cover is constructed of 0.36mm thick aerospace-grade fiberglass that is three times stronger and twice as robust as conventional materials. With Corning Gorilla Glass 7i on the front, IP64 for dust and water resistance, and military-grade shock certification, you get a gadget that is as durable as it is small. Dropping it on the sidewalk or splashing it with water will not cause you to panic.

Slide your fingertips along the 6.78-inch 3D curved AMOLED display to appreciate its brilliance. The panel boasts 1.5K resolution (2720×1224), a refresh rate of 144Hz, and a peak brightness of 4500 nits. Scrolling is buttery smooth, and movies are brightly colored. 240Hz touch sampling rate for gaming and wet-touch capabilities let you to use it in the rain without issue. TECNO’s display is not only visually appealing, but also functional, combining high-end specifications with real-world usage.

Battery life takes a hit in ultra-thin phones, but the Pova Slim 5G defies expectations with a 5160mAh battery. Paired with 45W fast charging, it reaches 50% in 25 minutes and full charge in under an hour. TECNO claims the battery retains 80% capacity after 2,000 cycles or roughly 5 years of use thanks to intelligent health algorithms. 0.3mm vapor chamber and 24,532mm² of graphite-based heat dissipation to keep it cool during marathon gaming or video streaming. This phone doesn’t just last, it thrives under pressure.

Ultra-thin phones have shorter battery lives, but the Pova Slim 5G defies expectations with a 5160mAh battery. When combined with 45W rapid charging, it achieves 50% in 25 minutes and a full charge in under an hour. TECNO says that the battery retains 80% capacity after 2,000 cycles, or around 5 years of use, thanks to advanced health algorithms. The device features a 0.3mm vapor chamber and 24,532mm² of graphite-based heat dissipation to keep it cool during extended gaming or video streaming sessions.

Flip it over and you’ll see its most fun feature: the Dynamic Mood Light. Two circular LED lights around the camera module act like eyes, lighting up for calls, notifications or charging. They flash in patterns that mean “happy” or “unhappy” moods. Available in Sky Blue, Slim White and Cool Black, the phone looks fresh and approachable.

A Mediatek Dimensity 6400 powers the Pova Slim 5G, an 6nm octa-core chip clocked up to 2.5GHz. It comes with 8GB of RAM (expandable to 16GB virtually) and 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage, with a 256GB option available globally. Running Android 15 with TECNO’s HiOS 15, the phone feels snappy and is TÜV certified for lag free operation for 5 years. Connectivity is strong with 5G+ carrier aggregation, complete with 4×4 MIMO and dual SIM support, even in remote areas.

Photography will not blow you away, but its dual rear camera features a 50MP main sensor and AI-enhanced algorithms for clear images in low-light or backlit situations. It also has a 2MP secondary lens for depth perception and a 13MP front camera for selfies and video chats. There are options for night photos, portraits, and macros, as well as FlashSnap for clear images of moving subjects.

Ella AI, TECNO’s smart assistant is genuinely helpful. It supports Indian regional languages and you can circle objects in photos to remove them, extend image frames or fine tune tones for better colors. Ella can also handle call noise cancellation, real time translation and text editing, from scheduling to photo editing. FreeLink lets you connect devices without network, perfect for outdoor adventures or spotty coverage. It feels like a personal assistant not just a gadget.

TECNO’s journey to this point is worth noting. Six months ago their 5.75mm concept phone at MWC 2025 seemed like a pipe dream. Now the Pova Slim 5G brings that vision to life with minimal compromises. They re-engineered components like 0.45mm Type-C port and used honeycomb stacking to maximize internal space by 12%. It’s not just about making a thin phone, it’s about proving that slim devices can be powerful, durable and practical.

It weighs 156 grams and feels like holding a feather compared to the heavy flagships out there. This device packs a lot of power, durability and personality in its slim body and is priced at just Rs. 19,999 ($240) in India.
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