Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Tecno Pova 8
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Tecno Pova 8 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $300 and $295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 57/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8000); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Tecno Pova 8
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2925
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 219g vs 220g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 8 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $295 vs $300
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Tecno Pova 8, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 14 points higher (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Tecno Pova 8 — 54/100; 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 Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Tecno Pova 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2460x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 219 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $295 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 8
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Tecno Pova 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Tecno Pova 8 by 247.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $5. Tecno Pova 8 was $5 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 (89/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Tecno Pova 8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova 8 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Pova 8 — 57/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Tecno Pova 8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 8 is a better fit for those who care about battery life.