Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Tecno Pova 8
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pova 8 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $561 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 57/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7560); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Tecno Pova 8
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 30W
- Lighter: 210g vs 220g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7560 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $561
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Tecno Pova 8, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Tecno Pova 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2460x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $295 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pova 8
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Tecno Pova 8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Tecno Pova 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Tecno Pova 8 by 361.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $266. Tecno Pova 8 was $266 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (97/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 by 29 points (86/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Tecno Pova 8 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi K90 Pro 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 those who care about battery life.