Redmi 13 vs Tecno Pova Curve
The Redmi 13 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; launch prices were $170 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 58/100 vs 43/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP.
Redmi 13
Tecno Pova Curve
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $219
- Better camera (40/100 vs 39/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5030 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 189g vs 199g
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 38/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Redmi 13 vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 15 points higher (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (55/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (64/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Redmi 13 — 56/100, Tecno Pova Curve — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (55/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 13 and the Tecno Pova Curve are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (64/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (70/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Redmi 13 | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | — | 877641 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5030 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $219 |
Redmi 13
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 13
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi 13
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $49. Redmi 13 was $49 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (55/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (89/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 13 and the Tecno Pova Curve are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Redmi 13 (64/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (70/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 13 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably better than the Redmi 13 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 13 and the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Redmi 13 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 58/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve leads on performance (55/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13 over the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Redmi 13 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.