HMD Pulse+ vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The HMD Pulse+ (2024) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 34/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 333,647); the HMD Pulse+ is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Pulse+
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes HMD Pulse+ better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 219g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Pulse+ vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 37 points higher (71/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (89/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse+ notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (61/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Pulse+ | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×75.0×8.5 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $300 |
Camera comparison
HMD Pulse+
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
HMD Pulse+
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Pulse+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Pulse+ and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads HMD Pulse+ by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (89/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (84/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse+ notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (61/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Pulse+ or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ by 37 points (71/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Pulse+ and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The HMD Pulse+ has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Pulse+ or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Pulse+ or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the HMD Pulse+ over the 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.