Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Pova 3

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova 3 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 38/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 362,744); the Redmi K90 Max is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.4mm).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 by 36 points (74/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
Tecno Pova 3
Performance 29
Display 53
Camera 33
Battery 56
Portability 26
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 362744
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 430
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1375
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 227g vs 230g

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better portability (41/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 3 better?

  • Overall rating 38/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Pova 3, the Redmi K90 Max scores 36 points higher (74/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (94/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 3 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (41/100 vs 26/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Tecno Pova 3: The Tecno Pova 3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Tecno Pova 3
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Helio G88
AnTuTu 3803420 362744
Geekbench Single 3228 430
Geekbench Multi 9553 1375
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2460
Refresh rate 165 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 100W 25W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 11, HIOS
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 173.1×78.5×9.4 mm
Weight 227 g 230 g
Launch price $504
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Tecno Pova 3
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
33
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Tecno Pova 3
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
53
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Tecno Pova 3
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Pova 3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 3 MediaTek Helio G88
38/100 -948.5%
362744 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Pova 3 by 948.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Tecno Pova 3
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (95/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (94/100 vs 53/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 3 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (78/100 vs 56/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (41/100 vs 26/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 3?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 by 36 points (74/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 3?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Tecno Pova 3 — 38/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 3?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Tecno Pova 3?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Pova 3 is a better fit for everyday use.