Redmi K90 vs Tecno Pova 8

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova 8 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100; estimated prices are $401 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 35/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 835,566).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 by 33 points (68/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Tecno Pova 8
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 29
Battery 60
Design 25
Value for money 90
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 835566
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 995
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 2925
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Lighter: 206g vs 220g

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 8 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7100 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $295 vs $401

  • Better value for money (90/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Tecno Pova 8, the Redmi K90 scores 33 points higher (68/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (69/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (53/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (42/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pova 8: The Tecno Pova 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Tecno Pova 8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 7100
AnTuTu 3088357 835566
Geekbench Single 3050 995
Geekbench Multi 9300 2925
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 2460x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 100W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 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 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 206 g 220 g
Price $401 $295
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Tecno Pova 8
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pova 8
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2460x1080
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Tecno Pova 8
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Tecno Pova 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100
3088357 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova 8 MediaTek Dimensity 7100
35/100 -269.6%
835566 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Tecno Pova 8 by 269.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Tecno Pova 8
$295

Price difference: $106. Tecno Pova 8 is cheaper by $106.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (69/100 vs 1/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (53/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (42/100 vs 25/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 8?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 by 33 points (68/100 vs 35/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Pova 8?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Tecno Pova 8 — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 8?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 29/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova 8?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Tecno Pova 8?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.