Redmi 5A vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Redmi 5A (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $90 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 17/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 180,934); the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 5A doesn't; the Redmi 5A is noticeably lighter (137g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 5A
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Redmi 5A better?
- Lighter: 137g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $300
- Better portability (79/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 180934
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 130
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 488
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 5A vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 48 points higher (65/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi 5A — 26/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (69/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (72/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5A significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (79/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 5A | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 180934 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 130 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 488 | 4313 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 30W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 140.4×70.1×8.4 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 137 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 5A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi 5A
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 5A
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 5A and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Redmi 5A by 89.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $210. Redmi 5A was $210 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (69/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (43/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A (72/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5A significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (79/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 5A or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 5A by 48 points (65/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 5A and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Redmi 5A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 5A or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 5A or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 5A over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.