Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Pova Curve

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; estimated prices are $504 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 37/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 877,641); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve by 30 points (67/100 vs 37/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Tecno Pova Curve
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 49
Design 63
Value for money 95
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 877641
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1011
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2813
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 2/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 189g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $219 vs $504

  • Better camera (35/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Redmi K90 Max scores 30 points higher (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (82/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (77/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (95/100 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 Curve: The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Tecno Pova Curve
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
AnTuTu 3803420 877641
Geekbench Single 3228 1011
Geekbench Multi 9553 2813
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2436
Refresh rate 165 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 100W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 13 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP64
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm
Weight 227 g 189 g
Price $504 $219
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Overall performance score

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

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Curve Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
37/100 -333.4%
877641 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Pova Curve by 333.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Tecno Pova Curve
$219

Price difference: $285. Tecno Pova Curve is cheaper by $285.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (82/100 vs 2/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (77/100 vs 49/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (95/100 vs 75/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve by 30 points (67/100 vs 37/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 37/100.

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

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 2/100).

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

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 Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.