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).
Redmi K90 Ultra
Tecno Pova Curve
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Tecno Pova Curve by 255.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $201. Tecno Pova Curve was $201 cheaper at launch.
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).
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.