ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $999 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 71/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5500); the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 2,726,802).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8932
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 219g vs 220g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $999
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra scores 4 points higher (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 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 ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 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 / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ZenUI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $300 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 19.1% 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 ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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 ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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.