Redmi 12 vs Tecno Pova 3
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Tecno Pova 3 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 12 leads — 39/100 vs 38/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 3 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Tecno Pova 3
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 230g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 3 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (53/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Tecno Pova 3, the Redmi 12 scores 1 points higher (39/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 3 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 3 and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (61/100 vs 26/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Tecno Pova 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 11, HIOS | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 173.1×78.5×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova 3
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova 3
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova 3
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and Tecno Pova 3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Pova 3
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 3 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 3 and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (61/100 vs 26/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Tecno Pova 3?
The Redmi 12 edges out the Tecno Pova 3 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Tecno Pova 3?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Tecno Pova 3 — 38/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Tecno Pova 3?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Redmi 12 (61/100 vs 26/100).