Redmi Note 9S vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, 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 39/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 517,460); the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9S doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9S
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 9S better?
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $300
- Overall rating 39/100
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 210g
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 9S vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 26 points higher (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi Note 9S — 38/100, 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 9S (69/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 9S | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 9S and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Redmi Note 9S by 69.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Redmi Note 9S was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (69/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (94/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (72/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9S or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 26 points (65/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9S and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 9S has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9S or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 9S or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9S over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.