Redmi Note 12 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $200 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 43/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,700,848 vs 467,392); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 209g).
Redmi Note 12
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Lighter: 188g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $300
- Better portability (72/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1700848 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 22 points higher (65/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 13/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 48/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (43/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (72/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | 1700848 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 30W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $300 |
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 by 72.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $100. Redmi Note 12 was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (70/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (43/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (72/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 22 points (65/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (70/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.