Redmi A5 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra

The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 25/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,700,848 vs 195,539).

The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 40 points (65/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Performance 11
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 66
Portability 64
Value for money 34
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
Performance 70
Display 94
Camera 43
Battery 72
Portability 36
Value for money
What makes Redmi A5 better?

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1700848 vs 195539
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 781
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (70/100 vs 11/100)
  • Better camera (43/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 40 points higher (65/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (70/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (64/100 vs 36/100).

Redmi A5: The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra: The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A5 Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate
AnTuTu 195539 1700848
Geekbench Single 189 1398
Geekbench Multi 781 4313
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800
Refresh rate 60 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 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 / 4GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 15, HIOS 15
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm
Weight 196 g
Launch price $90
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A5
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 30W
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A5 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A5 MediaTek Helio G36
25/100
195539 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate
65/100 +88.5%
1700848 AnTuTu

Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Redmi A5 by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A5
$90
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (70/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (94/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (43/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (64/100 vs 36/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?

The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 40 points (65/100 vs 25/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?

The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 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 A5 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?

The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (70/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?

The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.