Google Pixel 2 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max

The Google Pixel 2 (2017) runs on the Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $649 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 70/100 vs 30/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 2700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,708,482 vs 438,016); the Google Pixel 2 is noticeably lighter (143g vs 219g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 by 40 points (70/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 2
Performance 33
Display 59
Camera 10
Battery 12
Portability 85
Value for money 0
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Performance 87
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 80
Portability 45
Value for money 82
What makes Google Pixel 2 better?
  • Lighter: 143g vs 219g

  • Better portability (85/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2708482 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 2700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 11W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $649

  • Higher performance (87/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 2 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 40 points higher (70/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 2 — 0/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 82/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (84/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (80/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (85/100 vs 45/100).

Google Pixel 2: The Google Pixel 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max: The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 2 Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Processor Snapdragon 835 MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
AnTuTu 438016 2708482
Geekbench Single 427 2680
Geekbench Multi 1500 8358
Display 5.0" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x1920 2772x1280
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 2700 mAh 9000 mAh
Charging 11W 100W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 8.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67 IP68
Dimensions 145.7×69.7×7.8 mm 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 143 g 219 g
Launch price $649 $300
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 2
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 2
  • 5.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x1920
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
59
display
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 2
  • 2700 mAh
  • Wired: 11W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 2 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 2 Snapdragon 835
30/100
438016 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
70/100 +83.8%
2708482 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Google Pixel 2 by 83.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 2
$649
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
$300

Launch price difference: $349. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $349 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (87/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (84/100 vs 59/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (37/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (80/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (85/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 2 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 by 40 points (70/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 2 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Google Pixel 2 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 70/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 2 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 2 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (87/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 2 over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Google Pixel 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.