Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Pova 8

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova 8 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100; estimated prices are $504 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 35/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 8000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 835,566).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 by 32 points (67/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Tecno Pova 8
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 29
Battery 60
Design 25
Value for money 90
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 835566
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 995
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2925
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 8000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 8 better?
  • Lighter: 220g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $295 vs $504

  • Better design/ergonomics (25/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (90/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Pova 8, the Redmi K90 Max scores 32 points higher (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 8 leads (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (82/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (25/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 75/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pova 8: The Tecno Pova 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Tecno Pova 8
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 7100
AnTuTu 3803420 835566
Geekbench Single 3228 995
Geekbench Multi 9553 2925
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 2460x1080
Refresh rate 165 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 100W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 13 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 227 g 220 g
Price $504 $295
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Tecno Pova 8
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pova 8
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2460x1080
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Tecno Pova 8
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Pova 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 8 MediaTek Dimensity 7100
35/100 -355.2%
835566 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Pova 8 by 355.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Tecno Pova 8
$295

Price difference: $209. Tecno Pova 8 is cheaper by $209.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (82/100 vs 1/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (77/100 vs 60/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (25/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 8?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 by 32 points (67/100 vs 35/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 8?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Tecno Pova 8 — 35/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 8?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Tecno Pova 8?

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 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.