Redmi Turbo 5 vs Tecno Pova Curve
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; estimated prices are $250 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 37/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 877,641); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 204g).
Redmi Turbo 5
Tecno Pova Curve
- Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 877641
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 2/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 49/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 189g vs 204g
- Cheaper: $219 vs $250
- Better camera (35/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 45/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 93/100)
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 17 points higher (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (43/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (72/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (63/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 93/100).
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 2809170 | 877641 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 189 g | |
| Price | $250 | $219 |
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Tecno Pova Curve by 220.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $31. Tecno Pova Curve is cheaper by $31.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (43/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (72/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (63/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 93/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 37/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.