Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $449 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 38/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 29 points (67/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Performance 44
Display 58
Camera 17
Battery 36
Portability 60
Value for money 8
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 86
What makes Google Pixel 5a 5G better?
  • Lighter: 183g vs 204g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 597974
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 799
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1836
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4680 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $449

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 17/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 29 points higher (67/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, 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 5a 5G (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (85/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (74/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 5a 5G: The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 5a 5G Redmi Turbo 5
Processor Snapdragon 765G MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 597974 2809170
Geekbench Single 799 1553
Geekbench Multi 1836 6403
Display 6.3" OLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2756x1268
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4680 mAh 7560 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
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 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 183 g 204 g
Launch price $449 $250
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5a 5G
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
17
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5a 5G
  • 6.3" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
58
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5a 5G
  • 4680 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel 5a 5G Snapdragon 765G
38/100
597974 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
67/100 +78.7%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 78.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 5a 5G
$449
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Launch price difference: $199. Redmi Turbo 5 was $199 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (80/100 vs 44/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (85/100 vs 58/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (37/100 vs 17/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (74/100 vs 36/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 29 points (67/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 17/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 44/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.