Redmi 15C vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Redmi 15C (2025) 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 — 49/100 vs 38/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is faster in AnTuTu (575,630 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
What makes Redmi 15C better?
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $140
- Better display (55/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 575630 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (44/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo scores 11 points higher (49/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (71/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi 15C — 58/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 74/100; 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 (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 15C and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads Redmi 15C by 37.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Redmi 15C was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 15C and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (71/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo is noticeably better than the Redmi 15C — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads on camera score (39/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads on performance (44/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (71/100 vs 53/100).