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 (3,086,235 vs 362,744); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 230g).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 by 38 points (76/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 92
Display 82
Camera 58
Battery 72
Portability 55
Value for money 90
Tecno Pova 3
Performance 29
Display 53
Camera 33
Battery 56
Portability 26
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3086235 vs 362744
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 430
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 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 (92/100 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 (92/100 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 (92/100 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).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pova 3: The Tecno Pova 3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Tecno Pova 3
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Helio G88
AnTuTu 3086235 362744
Geekbench Single 3041 430
Geekbench Multi 9494 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/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
58
camera
Tecno Pova 3
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
33
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Tecno Pova 3
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
53
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Tecno Pova 3
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Tecno Pova 3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
76/100
3086235 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 3 MediaTek Helio G88
38/100 -750.8%
362744 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Tecno Pova 3 by 750.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90
$401
Tecno Pova 3
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (92/100 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 (92/100 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. The Tecno Pova 3 is a better fit for everyday use.