ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $1099 and $300. Both devices score the same overall rating of 71/100. Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,728,128 vs 2,313,311).
ASUS ROG Phone 8
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2728128 vs 2313311
- Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 2205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 7192
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 219g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $1099
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 34/100)
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max received the same MobileRank rating — 71/100. In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 8 — 54/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (45/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 8 | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 2313311 | 2728128 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2205 | 2680 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7192 | 8358 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $300 |
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 8 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads ASUS ROG Phone 8 by 15.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $799. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $799 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (45/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
Both devices scored 71/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi Turbo 5 Max.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 8 over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 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.