Redmi K90 vs Tecno Pop 5 Pro
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pop 5 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 26/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 155,362); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5 Pro doesn't; the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Tecno Pop 5 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 5 Pro better?
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Tecno Pop 5 Pro, the Redmi K90 scores 50 points higher (76/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5 Pro (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5 Pro (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5 Pro (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop 5 Pro is a bit better (79/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5 Pro (55/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Tecno Pop 5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio A22 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 (Go edition), HiOS 7.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 480 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 164.9×76.1×9.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | — | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pop 5 Pro
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5 Pro
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Tecno Pop 5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Tecno Pop 5 Pro by 1880.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Pop 5 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5 Pro (91/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5 Pro (82/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5 Pro (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop 5 Pro is a bit better (79/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5 Pro (55/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pop 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5 Pro by 50 points (76/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Pop 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Tecno Pop 5 Pro — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pop 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pop 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Tecno Pop 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5 Pro is a better fit for those who care about battery life.