Redmi K100 vs Tecno Pova 8
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova 8 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 57/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 8000); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Tecno Pova 8
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2925
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 8 better?
- Lighter: 220g vs 234g
- Better portability (40/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Tecno Pova 8, the Redmi K100 scores 16 points higher (73/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (40/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Tecno Pova 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2460x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Weight | 234 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | — | $295 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 8
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pova 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Tecno Pova 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Tecno Pova 8 by 320.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (92/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (40/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K100 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova 8 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Tecno Pova 8 — 57/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Pova 8 is a better fit for those who care about battery life.