Tecno Pova 3 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Tecno Pova 3 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 38/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 3 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6800); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 365,001); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is thinner (8.3mm vs 9.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 3
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Tecno Pova 3 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6800 mAh
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1375
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 224g vs 230g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 3 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 49 points higher (87/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (81/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (83/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (42/100 vs 26/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 3 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, HIOS | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 173.1×78.5×9.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 230 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 3
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 3
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 3
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 3 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Tecno Pova 3 by 90.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Pova 3
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (98/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (81/100 vs 53/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (83/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 (42/100 vs 26/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 3 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 3 by 49 points (87/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 3 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Tecno Pova 3 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 3 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 3 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 3 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.