Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Tecno Pova 8
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova 8 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $730 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 57/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 8000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Tecno Pova 8
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2925
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 30W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 8 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $730
- Overall rating 57/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Tecno Pova 8, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (93/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Tecno Pova 8 — 54/100; 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 Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (95/100 vs 75/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Tecno Pova 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2460x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Weight | — | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $295 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pova 8
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Tecno Pova 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Tecno Pova 8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Tecno Pova 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Tecno Pova 8 by 374.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $435. Tecno Pova 8 was $435 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (97/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (90/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (95/100 vs 75/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 by 36 points (93/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Tecno Pova 8 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 8 is a better fit for those who care about battery life.