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; launch prices were $599 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 66/100 vs 56/100 (a 10-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 (2,112,047 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Apple iPhone 16e

Performance 85
Display 61
Camera 30
Battery 19
Portability 80
Value for money 26

Redmi Turbo 5

Performance 77
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 82

What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 1555
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8070 vs 6405
  • Lighter: 167g vs 204g

  • Higher performance (85/100 vs 77/100)
  • Better portability (80/100 vs 55/100)

What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 2112047 vs 1972476
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3279 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $599

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 61/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 10 points higher (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (74/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (80/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 16e: The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Apple iPhone 16e Redmi Turbo 5
Processor Apple A18 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 1972476 2112047
Geekbench Single 3254 1555
Geekbench Multi 8070 6405
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
Launch price $599 $250

Camera comparison

Apple iPhone 16e

  • Main: 48MP f/1.6
  • Front: 12MP
30
camera

Redmi Turbo 5

  • Main: 50MP f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Display comparison

Apple iPhone 16e

  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2532x1170
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
61
display

Redmi Turbo 5

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display

Battery and charging

Apple iPhone 16e

  • 3279 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 7W
19
battery

Redmi Turbo 5

  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Apple iPhone 16e Apple A18
56/100
1972476 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
66/100 +6.6%
2112047 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Apple iPhone 16e by 6.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Apple iPhone 16e

$599

Redmi Turbo 5

$250

Launch price difference: $349. Redmi Turbo 5 was $349 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (85/100 vs 61/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (74/100 vs 19/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (80/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 66/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16e leads on performance (85/100 vs 77/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.