Redmi Note 10S vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $250 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 45/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 535,127); the Redmi Note 10S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 10S
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 10S better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $300
- Better portability (68/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 10S vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 20 points higher (65/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi Note 10S — 40/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (69/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Redmi Note 10S are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (68/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 10S | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 10S
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 10S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 10S
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 10S and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Redmi Note 10S by 68.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Redmi Note 10S was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (69/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Redmi Note 10S are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (68/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10S or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S by 20 points (65/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10S and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 10S has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 10S or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 10S over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.