Redmi K90 vs Tecno Pova 3
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova 3 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 38/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 365,001); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Tecno Pova 3
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 206g vs 230g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 3 better?
- Overall rating 38/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Tecno Pova 3, the Redmi K90 scores 38 points higher (76/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (82/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (72/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (55/100 vs 26/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Tecno Pova 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, HIOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 173.1×78.5×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 3
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 3
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 3
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Tecno Pova 3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Tecno Pova 3 by 743.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Pova 3
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (82/100 vs 53/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (58/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (72/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (55/100 vs 26/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 3?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 by 38 points (76/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Pova 3?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Tecno Pova 3 — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 3?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 3?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Tecno Pova 3?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.