Apple iPhone 17e vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, 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 59/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 2,112,047); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Apple iPhone 17e by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Apple iPhone 17e

Performance 89
Display 61
Camera 34
Battery 21
Portability 83
Value for money 32

Redmi Turbo 5

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

What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 2112047
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 1555
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 6405
  • Lighter: 163g vs 204g

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 77/100)
  • Better portability (83/100 vs 55/100)

What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?

  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3600 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 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 21/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 61/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 7 points higher (66/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, 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 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (74/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (83/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 17e: The Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e Redmi Turbo 5
Processor Apple A19 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 2156126 2112047
Geekbench Single 3692 1555
Geekbench Multi 9454 6405
Display 6.1" OLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2556x1179 2756x1268
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3600 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 20W 100W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 24 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS iOS 19 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 163 g 204 g
Launch price $599 $250

Camera comparison

Apple iPhone 17e

  • Main: 48MP f/1.6
  • Front: 24MP
34
camera

Redmi Turbo 5

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

Display comparison

Apple iPhone 17e

  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2556x1179
  • 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 17e

  • 3600 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 15W
21
battery

Redmi Turbo 5

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

Overall performance score

We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Apple iPhone 17e Apple A19
59/100
2156126 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
66/100 -2.1%
2112047 AnTuTu

Apple iPhone 17e leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 2.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Apple iPhone 17e

$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 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (85/100 vs 61/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (74/100 vs 21/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (83/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Apple iPhone 17e by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 66/100.

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 77/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.