Google Pixel 2 vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Google Pixel 2 (2017) runs on the Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $649 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 30/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 2700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 438,016); the Google Pixel 2 is noticeably lighter (143g vs 204g).
Google Pixel 2
Redmi Turbo 5
- Lighter: 143g vs 204g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 2700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 11W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $649
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 2 vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 37 points higher (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 2 — 0/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (80/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (85/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (74/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (85/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 2 | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 835 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 2809170 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 6403 | |
| Display | 5.0" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2700 mAh | 7560 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 | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 145.7×69.7×7.8 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 143 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $250 |
Google Pixel 2
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 2
- 5.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 2
- 2700 mAh
- Wired: 11W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 2 and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Google Pixel 2 by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $399. Redmi Turbo 5 was $399 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (80/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (85/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (74/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (85/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 2 or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 by 37 points (67/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 2 and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Google Pixel 2 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 2 or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 2 or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 2 over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Google Pixel 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.