Redmi K90 vs Tecno Pova Neo 2

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 30/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,086,235 vs 346,495); the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.6mm).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 by 46 points (76/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 92
Display 82
Camera 58
Battery 72
Portability 55
Value for money 90
Tecno Pova Neo 2
Performance 29
Display 43
Camera 12
Battery 55
Portability 20
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3086235 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1364
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better display (82/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better portability (55/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Neo 2 better?

  • Overall rating 30/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Tecno Pova Neo 2, the Redmi K90 scores 46 points higher (76/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (58/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (72/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (55/100 vs 20/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pova Neo 2: The Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Tecno Pova Neo 2
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Helio G85
AnTuTu 3086235 346495
Geekbench Single 3041 420
Geekbench Multi 9494 1364
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2510x1156 720x1640
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 100W 18W
Main camera 50 MP 16 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 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 12, HIOS 8.6
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 170.9×77.8×9.6 mm
Weight 206 g
Launch price $401
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
58
camera
Tecno Pova Neo 2
  • Main: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
12
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Tecno Pova Neo 2
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Tecno Pova Neo 2
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
55
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Tecno Pova Neo 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
76/100
3086235 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Neo 2 MediaTek Helio G85
30/100 -790.7%
346495 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Tecno Pova Neo 2 by 790.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90
$401
Tecno Pova Neo 2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (92/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (82/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (58/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (72/100 vs 55/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (55/100 vs 20/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 by 46 points (76/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Pova Neo 2?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Tecno Pova Neo 2?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a better fit for everyday use.