Redmi K90 vs Tecno Pova 5 Pro

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6080; estimated prices are $401 and $242. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 26/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 524,785); the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.0mm).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro by 42 points (68/100 vs 26/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 3
Battery 48
Design 35
Value for money 93
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 1980
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
  • Lighter: 206g vs 212g

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 3/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 5 Pro better?
  • Cheaper: $242 vs $401

  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Tecno Pova 5 Pro, the Redmi K90 scores 42 points higher (68/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 3/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro leads (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (53/100 vs 3/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pova 5 Pro: The Tecno Pova 5 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Tecno Pova 5 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 6080
AnTuTu 3088357 524785
Geekbench Single 3050 771
Geekbench Multi 9300 1980
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2510x1156 1080x2460
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 68W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, HIOS 14
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 580 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 168.5×76.5×9.0 mm
Weight 206 g 212 g
Price $401 $242
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
  • Main: —
  • Front: 16MP
3
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Tecno Pova 5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100
3088357 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 5 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 6080
26/100 -488.5%
524785 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Tecno Pova 5 Pro by 488.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
$242

Price difference: $159. Tecno Pova 5 Pro is cheaper by $159.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (69/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (53/100 vs 3/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (71/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 5 Pro?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro by 42 points (68/100 vs 26/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Pova 5 Pro?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 5 Pro?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 3/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 5 Pro?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Tecno Pova 5 Pro?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 5 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.