Redmi Turbo 5 vs Tecno Pova Curve 2

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100; estimated prices are $250 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 35/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7560); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 835,566).

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
Tecno Pova Curve 2
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 26
Battery 60
Design 56
Value for money 94
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 835566
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 995
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2925
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 26/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7560 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 195g vs 204g
  • Cheaper: $229 vs $250

  • Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better value for money (94/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Tecno Pova Curve 2, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 19 points higher (54/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (43/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pova Curve 2: The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Tecno Pova Curve 2
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Dimensity 7100
AnTuTu 2809170 835566
Geekbench Single 1553 995
Geekbench Multi 6403 2925
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2756x1268 1080x2364
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 7560 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 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm
Weight 204 g 195 g
Price $250 $229
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Tecno Pova Curve 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
26
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pova Curve 2
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2364
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Tecno Pova Curve 2
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Tecno Pova Curve 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100
2809170 AnTuTu
Tecno Pova Curve 2 Dimensity 7100
35/100 -236.2%
835566 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 236.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Tecno Pova Curve 2
$229

Price difference: $21. Tecno Pova Curve 2 is cheaper by $21.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (43/100 vs 1/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Tecno Pova Curve 2?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 26/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Tecno Pova Curve 2?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.