Redmi 14C vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Redmi 14C (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $120 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads — 48/100 vs 31/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is faster in AnTuTu (561,891 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 14C
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
What makes Redmi 14C better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $140
- Better portability (55/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 561891 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (54/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 14C vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo scores 17 points higher (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (39/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (71/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 14C — 44/100, 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 30/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (39/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 14C is a bit better (55/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 561891 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 204 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 14C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 14C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 14C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 14C and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads Redmi 14C by 36.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Redmi 14C was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (39/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (71/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 14C is a bit better (55/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 14C or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is noticeably better than the Redmi 14C — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 14C and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Redmi 14C has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 14C 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 14C or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads on performance (43/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 14C 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).