Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Tecno Pova Curve 2
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $300 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 56/100 (a 15-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 (2,728,128 vs 835,566); the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Higher AnTuTu: 2728128 vs 835566
- Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 2925
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 64/100)
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $300
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 45/100)
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Tecno Pova Curve 2, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 15 points higher (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 84/100, Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 70/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (68/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 2728128 | 835566 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2680 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8358 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $229 |
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Tecno Pova Curve 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 226.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $71. Tecno Pova Curve 2 was $71 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (88/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (80/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (68/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
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 Curve 2 is a better fit for everyday use.