Redmi K90 vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $401 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 48/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 561,891).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 561891
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 206g vs 210g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $401
- Overall rating 48/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Redmi K90 scores 28 points higher (76/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 72/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (72/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 561891 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 447.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $261. Tecno Pova 7 Neo was $261 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (82/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (58/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (72/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 28 points (76/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.