Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $449 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 38/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,728,128 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 219g).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Lighter: 183g vs 219g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 45/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2728128 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $449
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 33 points higher (71/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (88/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (88/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (80/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (60/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 2728128 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 2680 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 8358 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $300 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 78.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $149. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $149 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (88/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (84/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (37/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (80/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (60/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 33 points (71/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G 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.