Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $1199 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads — 72/100 vs 67/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4441); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 1,452,754); the Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 221g).
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Redmi Turbo 5
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7200 vs 6403
- Better camera (83/100 vs 37/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 1452754
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4441 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 204g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $1199
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 41/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (72/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max — 54/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (83/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (74/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1452754 | 2809170 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2796x1290 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4441 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×76.7×8.3 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $250 |
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2796x1290
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
- 4441 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max by 48.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $949. Redmi Turbo 5 was $949 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (83/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (74/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on camera score (83/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.