Redmi K90 Ultra vs Tecno Pova Curve

The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; launch prices were $420 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 58/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 877,641); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Ultra is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 40
Value for money 82
Tecno Pova Curve
Performance 55
Display 89
Camera 39
Battery 64
Portability 70
Value for money 76
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 877641
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1011
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2813
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 55/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 64/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 189g vs 227g
  • Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $420

  • Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (70/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 15 points higher (73/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100, Tecno Pova Curve — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (70/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra 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 Ultra Tecno Pova Curve
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
AnTuTu 3119308 877641
Geekbench Single 3041 1011
Geekbench Multi 9494 2813
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 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 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP64
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm
Weight 227 g 189 g
Launch price $420 $219
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
64
battery
Overall performance score

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

Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100
3119308 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Curve Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
58/100 -255.4%
877641 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Tecno Pova Curve by 255.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420
Tecno Pova Curve
$219

Launch price difference: $201. Tecno Pova Curve was $201 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (92/100 vs 55/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (70/100 vs 40/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Ultra is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

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

The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 58/100.

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

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 55/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Ultra 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.