Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Pova Neo 2

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 30/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 346,495); the Redmi K90 Max is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.6mm).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 by 44 points (74/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
Tecno Pova Neo 2
Performance 29
Display 43
Camera 12
Battery 55
Portability 20
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1364
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better portability (41/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Neo 2 better?

  • Overall rating 30/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Pova Neo 2, the Redmi K90 Max scores 44 points higher (74/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (41/100 vs 20/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Tecno Pova Neo 2: The Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Tecno Pova Neo 2
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Helio G85
AnTuTu 3803420 346495
Geekbench Single 3228 420
Geekbench Multi 9553 1364
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2772x1280 720x1640
Refresh rate 165 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 100W 18W
Main camera 50 MP 16 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, HIOS 8.6
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 170.9×77.8×9.6 mm
Weight 227 g
Launch price $504
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Tecno Pova Neo 2
  • Main: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
12
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Tecno Pova Neo 2
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Tecno Pova Neo 2
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
55
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Pova Neo 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Neo 2 MediaTek Helio G85
30/100 -997.7%
346495 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Pova Neo 2 by 997.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Tecno Pova Neo 2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (95/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (94/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (37/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (78/100 vs 55/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (41/100 vs 20/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 by 44 points (74/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pova Neo 2?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Tecno Pova Neo 2?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a better fit for everyday use.