Redmi Note 7 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Redmi Note 7 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $170 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 29/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,700,848 vs 347,995); the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 7 doesn't; the Redmi Note 7 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 209g).
Redmi Note 7
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Lighter: 186g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $300
- Better portability (66/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1700848 vs 347995
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1115
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 7 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 36 points higher (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Redmi Note 7 — 28/100, 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 7 (70/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 7 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 7 (72/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 7 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (66/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 7 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 347995 | 1700848 | |
| Geekbench Single | 360 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1115 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×75.2×8.1 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $300 |
Redmi Note 7
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 7
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 7
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
We compared Redmi Note 7 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Redmi Note 7 by 79.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $130. Redmi Note 7 was $130 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 7 (70/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 7 (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 7 (72/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 7 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (66/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 7 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 7 by 36 points (65/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 7 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 7 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 7 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 7 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (70/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 7 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 7 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.