Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $1199 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 71/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 3,100,039).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 3100039
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 8932
- Lighter: 211g vs 219g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (97/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro scores 13 points higher (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 78/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100; 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 is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (97/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (80/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3100039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | — | |
| 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 10.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $899. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $899 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (97/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (80/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is noticeably better than the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (97/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on performance (97/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.