Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Pova 7 5G
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova 7 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $504 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 54/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 825,080); the Tecno Pova 7 5G is noticeably lighter (205g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Tecno Pova 7 5G
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 825080
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 5G better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $504
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Pova 7 5G, the Redmi K90 Max scores 21 points higher (75/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Tecno Pova 7 5G — 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 Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (96/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Tecno Pova 7 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 825080 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Pova 7 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Pova 7 5G by 355.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $304. Tecno Pova 7 5G was $304 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (96/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G by 21 points (75/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Pova 7 5G — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Pova 7 5G is a better fit for those who care about battery life.