Google Pixel vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Google Pixel (2016) runs on the Snapdragon 821, 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 25/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 2770); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 312,361); the Google Pixel is noticeably lighter (143g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel by 42 points (67/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel
Performance 22
Display 59
Camera 10
Battery 12
Portability 78
Value for money 0
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 86
What makes Google Pixel better?
  • Lighter: 143g vs 204g

  • Better portability (78/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 312361
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 390
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 792
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 2770 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $649

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 42 points higher (67/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 22/100). 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 — 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 (80/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel (85/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (74/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (78/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel: The Google Pixel 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 Redmi Turbo 5
Processor Snapdragon 821 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 312361 2809170
Geekbench Single 390 1553
Geekbench Multi 792 6403
Display 5.0" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x1920 2756x1268
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 2770 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 32GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 143.8×69.5×8.5 mm 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 143 g 204 g
Launch price $649 $250
Camera comparison
Google Pixel
  • Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel
  • 5.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x1920
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
59
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel
  • 2770 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel Snapdragon 821
25/100
312361 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
67/100 +88.9%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Google Pixel by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel
$649
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Launch price difference: $399. Redmi Turbo 5 was $399 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (80/100 vs 22/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Google Pixel (85/100 vs 59/100).

camera

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

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (74/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (78/100 vs 55/100).

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

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel by 42 points (67/100 vs 25/100).

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

The Google Pixel has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.

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

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 22/100).

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

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