Tecno Pova Curve vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $219 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 90/100 vs 58/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 877,641); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 219g).
Tecno Pova Curve
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $999
- Better portability (70/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 877641
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 76/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova Curve are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (70/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (92/100 vs 76/100).
| Specification | Tecno Pova Curve | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2436 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $999 |
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Tecno Pova Curve and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Tecno Pova Curve by 78.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $780. Tecno Pova Curve was $780 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (98/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova Curve are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (89/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (70/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (92/100 vs 76/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve by 32 points (90/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Tecno Pova Curve has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova Curve or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.