Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Pova 5 Pro
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6080; estimated prices are $504 and $242. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 26/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 524,785); the Tecno Pova 5 Pro is noticeably lighter (212g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 3/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Lighter: 212g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $242 vs $504
- Better design/ergonomics (35/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Pova 5 Pro, the Redmi K90 Max scores 41 points higher (67/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (32/100 vs 3/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro leads (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (32/100 vs 3/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (35/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (93/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Tecno Pova 5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6080 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 68W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, HIOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 580 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 168.5×76.5×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 212 g | |
| Price | $504 | $242 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
- Main: —
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Pova 5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Pova 5 Pro by 624.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $262. Tecno Pova 5 Pro is cheaper by $262.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (82/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (32/100 vs 3/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (77/100 vs 48/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (35/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (93/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro by 41 points (67/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 3/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Tecno Pova 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 5 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.