Redmi A5 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, 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 36/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 32 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A5 doesn't; the Redmi A5 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Redmi A5 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $300
- Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 29 points higher (65/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi A5 — 64/100, 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 A5 (70/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (43/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (72/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (60/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A5 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1724757 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1640x720 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 (Go Edition) | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 171.7×77.8×8.3 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1640x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $210. Redmi A5 was $210 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (70/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (43/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (72/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (60/100 vs 44/100).
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 29 points (65/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, 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 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (70/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.