Apple iPhone 16e vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $599 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 32/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 1,790,000); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 204g).
Apple iPhone 16e
Redmi Turbo 5
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8070 vs 6403
- Lighter: 167g vs 204g
- Higher performance (50/100 vs 43/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (91/100 vs 45/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 1790000
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper: $250 vs $599
- Better camera (32/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 1/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 22 points higher (54/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 1/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (72/100 vs 1/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (91/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (93/100 vs 69/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1790000 | 2809170 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 204 g | |
| Price | $599 | $250 |
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Apple iPhone 16e by 36.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $349. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $349.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (72/100 vs 1/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (91/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (93/100 vs 69/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 22 points (54/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone 16e leads on performance (50/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.