Redmi 13C vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Redmi 13C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $130 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads — 48/100 vs 36/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is faster in AnTuTu (561,891 vs 348,562); the Redmi 13C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
What makes Redmi 13C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $140
- Better portability (68/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 561891 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (54/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 13C vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo scores 12 points higher (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (39/100 vs 13/100). Value score: Redmi 13C — 52/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 72/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (39/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (71/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13C notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (68/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 13C | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 561891 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14 | |
| Weight | 192 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 13C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 13C and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads Redmi 13C by 38.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $10. Redmi 13C was $10 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (39/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (71/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13C notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (68/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is noticeably better than the Redmi 13C — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 13C and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Redmi 13C has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads on camera score (39/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads on performance (43/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13C over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (39/100 vs 13/100).