Redmi K90 vs Tecno Pova 7
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova 7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; launch prices were $401 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 53/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,494 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Tecno Pova 7
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126494 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 206g vs 207g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $401
- Overall rating 53/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Tecno Pova 7, the Redmi K90 scores 23 points higher (76/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Tecno Pova 7 — 66/100; 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 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Tecno Pova 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3126494 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1001 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2918 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 167.3×75.6×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 7
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Tecno Pova 7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Tecno Pova 7 by 255.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $201. Tecno Pova 7 was $201 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 76/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (58/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 7?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 by 23 points (76/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Pova 7?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Tecno Pova 7 — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 7?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 7?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Tecno Pova 7?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.