Tecno Pova 6 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Tecno Pova 6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 49/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 524,785); the Tecno Pova 6 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 226g).
Tecno Pova 6
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 206g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $999
- Better portability (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 90W vs 70W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pova 6 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 39 points higher (88/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Tecno Pova 6 — 60/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (93/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (80/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (56/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Tecno Pova 6 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 70W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, HIOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.2×76.8×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $999 |
Tecno Pova 6
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pova 6
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 6
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Tecno Pova 6 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Tecno Pova 6 by 85.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $799. Tecno Pova 6 was $799 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (93/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (80/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (56/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 6 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 by 39 points (88/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 6 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 6 has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 6 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 6 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 6 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 6 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.