TECNO Pova 8 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 9 of the specs we have recorded (prices checked 8 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Larger screen refresh rate: 144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Higher-resolution main camera (50 MP vs 8 MP)
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Higher wired charging: 67 W vs 45 W
  • Higher years of OS updates: 4 years vs 2 years

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and screen refresh rate.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    8 GB✓ 12 GB
  • Screen size

    6.76 in6.83 in
  • Screen refresh rate

    ✓ 144 Hz120 Hz

Specifications side by side

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Spec
TecnoSAR 1,395
TECNO Pova 8 specs
XiaomiSAR 1,399
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,395SAR 1,399
Storage—256 GB
Memory (RAM)8 GB✓ 12 GB
ProcessorDimensity 7400Snapdragon 6s Gen 4
Battery capacity8,000 mAh—
Wired charging45 W✓ 67 W
Main camera✓ 50 MP8 MP
Years of OS updates2 years✓ 4 years
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the TECNO Pova 8 and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G 256GB?

TECNO Pova 8: Dimensity 7400; Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G 256GB: Snapdragon 6s Gen 4. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in main camera between the TECNO Pova 8 and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G 256GB?

Main camera is higher on the TECNO Pova 8: 50 MP vs 8 MP on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in wired charging between the TECNO Pova 8 and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G 256GB?

Wired charging is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G 256GB: 67 W vs 45 W on the TECNO Pova 8. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in years of OS updates between the TECNO Pova 8 and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G 256GB?

Years of OS updates is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G 256GB: 4 years vs 2 years on the TECNO Pova 8. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.