{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/tecno-pova-neo-2-vs-xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb/",
    "generated": "2026-08-11T06:13:04+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Tecno Pova Neo 2 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB",
    "answer": "The Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 73 against 65 on our combined specification score. It leads on camera, display and memory & storage. The Tecno Pova Neo 2 still wins on performance and value for money, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Tecno Pova Neo 2 is the cheaper of the two at PKR 41,999 against PKR 94,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Tecno Pova Neo 2",
            "slug": "tecno-pova-neo-2",
            "brand": "Tecno",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/tecno/tecno-pova-neo-2/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-4-2026-10_15_11-AM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 41999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-04T05:22:26+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 37.8,
                "camera": 74,
                "battery": 74.5,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 31.3,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 64.5
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "September 2022",
                    "Dimensions": "170.9 × 77.8 × 9.6 mm",
                    "Weight": "Around 228 g",
                    "Water resistance": "No official IP rating"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.82 inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1640 pixels (HD+)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD 90Hz Touch Sampling Rate: Up to 180Hz",
                    "Protection": "Not officially specified"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core 2× Cortex-A75 @ 2.0GHz 6× Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHz",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G52 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 12 HiOS 8.6"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4GB/ 6GB",
                    "Internal storage": "64GB / 128GB eMMC 5.1",
                    "Card slot": "Dedicated microSD card slot (expandable)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "16 MP (Main) AI/Depth Lens Quad-LED Flash HDR Panorama Face Detection",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP Dual-LED Flash (market dependent)",
                    "Video recording": "1440p@30fps 1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (non-removable) 7000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "18W Fast Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Standby",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.0, A2DP, LE",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Rear-mounted Fingerprint Scanner Accelerometer Proximity Sensor Compass Gyroscope",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB",
            "slug": "xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb",
            "brand": "Redmi",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/redmi/xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-16-2026-11_40_17-AM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 94999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-01-16T06:50:30+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 34.2,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 75.4,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 87.5,
                "value": 54.6,
                "overall": 72.7
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "September 2024 (global) / Late 2024 in Pakistan",
                    "Dimensions": "162.16 × 74.92 × 8.24 mm",
                    "Weight": "180 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP64 (dust-tight + protected against water splashes)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.67in",
                    "Resolution": "2400 × 1080",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED 120 Hz 1800 nits peak",
                    "Protection": "Gorilla Glass Victus 2"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Helio G100-Ultra, 6 nm",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core up to 2.2 GHz",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Xiaomi HyperOS"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "512 GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSD (hybrid slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "200 MP main (OIS) 8 MP ultra-wide 2 MP macro",
                    "Selfie camera": "32 MP selfie",
                    "Video recording": "Rear: 1080p@60fps,1080p@30fps,720p@30fps Front: 1080p@30fps,720p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Po 5500 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "45 W Turbo (charger included)"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.3",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "In-screen fingerprint Proximity Ambient light Accelerometer Gyroscope Compass IR blaster",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG support"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb",
        "margin": 8.2,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-pova-neo-2": 37.8,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb": 34.2
                },
                "leader": "tecno-pova-neo-2"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-pova-neo-2": 74,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb": 98
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-pova-neo-2": 74.5,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb": 75.4
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-pova-neo-2": 87,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb"
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-pova-neo-2": 31.3,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb": 87.5
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-pova-neo-2": 100,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-14-pro-12gb": 54.6
                },
                "leader": "tecno-pova-neo-2"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Tecno Pova Neo 2 costs PKR 53,000 less.",
        "Tecno Pova Neo 2 packs a 1,500 mAh larger battery.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB charges 27W faster.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB offers 6 GB more RAM.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB ships with 384 GB more storage.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB has a 184 MP higher-resolution main sensor.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB uses an OLED panel while the other sticks with LCD."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Tecno Pova Neo 2 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 8.2 points. It wins on camera, display and memory & storage. Tecno Pova Neo 2 can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Tecno Pova Neo 2 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Tecno Pova Neo 2 is listed at PKR 41,999 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB at PKR 94,999. That makes Tecno Pova Neo 2 cheaper by PKR 53,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Tecno Pova Neo 2 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB scores higher in our camera assessment. Tecno Pova Neo 2 uses a 16 MP main sensor against 200 MP on Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB, though sensor size and processing matter more than resolution alone."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Tecno Pova Neo 2 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB?",
            "answer": "Tecno Pova Neo 2 is the stronger gaming phone here. Tecno Pova Neo 2 runs the MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm) while Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 12GB runs the Helio G100-Ultra, 6 nm."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}