Apple iPhone Air vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $999 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 75/100 vs 71/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 8932
- Lighter: 165g vs 219g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $999
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Apple iPhone Air scores 4 points higher (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 Air and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (80/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (96/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Apple iPhone Air by 6.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $699. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (73/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (80/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (96/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Apple iPhone Air edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.