Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $1299 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 66/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 2,112,047); the Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Redmi Turbo 5
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 6405
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 204g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 14 points higher (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 2112047 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 68.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1049. Redmi Turbo 5 was $1049 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (71/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi Turbo 5 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.