Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $504 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 48/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 561,891); the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is noticeably lighter (210g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 27 points (75/100 vs 48/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi K90 Max

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 72

Tecno Pova 7 Neo

Performance 43
Display 54
Camera 39
Battery 71
Portability 49
Value for money 72

What makes Redmi K90 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 561891
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2014
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 71/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)

What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?

  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 210g vs 227g
  • Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $504

  • Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (49/100 vs 41/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Redmi K90 Max scores 27 points higher (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 72/100; 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 Neo (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi K90 Max Tecno Pova 7 Neo
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate
AnTuTu 3760662 561891
Geekbench Single 3293 727
Geekbench Multi 10243 2014
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2460
Refresh rate 165 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 100W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits —
NFC yes —
Protection IP66 —
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm —
Weight 227 g 210 g
Launch price $504 $140

Camera comparison

Redmi K90 Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Tecno Pova 7 Neo

  • Main: 108MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
39
camera

Display comparison

Redmi K90 Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Tecno Pova 7 Neo

  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display

Battery and charging

Redmi K90 Max

  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery

Tecno Pova 7 Neo

  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
71
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100
3760662 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 7 Neo MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate
48/100 -569.3%
561891 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 569.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi K90 Max

$504

Tecno Pova 7 Neo

$140

Launch price difference: $364. Tecno Pova 7 Neo was $364 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (96/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (94/100 vs 54/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 27 points (75/100 vs 48/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 48/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?

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