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; launch prices were $504 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 57/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 8000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Tecno Pova 8
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2925
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 8 better?
- Lighter: 220g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $504
- Overall rating 57/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Pova 8, the Redmi K90 Max scores 18 points higher (75/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Tecno Pova 8 — 54/100; 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 8 (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Tecno Pova 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 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 | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $504 | $295 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 8
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pova 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Pova 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Pova 8 by 378.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $209. Tecno Pova 8 was $209 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (96/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova 8 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Pova 8 — 57/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 54/100).
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. The Tecno Pova 8 is a better fit for those who care about battery life.