Apple iPhone Air vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $999 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 75/100 vs 66/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone Air is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 2,112,047); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Redmi Turbo 5
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 6405
- Lighter: 165g vs 204g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $999
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Apple iPhone Air scores 9 points higher (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 Air notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (74/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2112047 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 7560 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 | |
| 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- 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
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- 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
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Air leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 20.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $749. Redmi Turbo 5 was $749 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (92/100 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 Air significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (73/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (74/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone Air edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on performance (92/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.