HMD Skyline vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The HMD Skyline (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, 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 62/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 798,429).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Skyline
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes HMD Skyline better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 219g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 45/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Skyline vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 9 points higher (71/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Skyline leads (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the HMD Skyline is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Skyline significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (80/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the HMD Skyline are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Skyline | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.8×76.0×8.9 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $300 |
Camera comparison
HMD Skyline
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
HMD Skyline
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Skyline
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Skyline and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads HMD Skyline by 70.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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HMD Skyline
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (89/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the HMD Skyline is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the HMD Skyline significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (75/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (80/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the HMD Skyline are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Skyline or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max edges out the HMD Skyline by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the HMD Skyline and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The HMD Skyline has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Skyline or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The HMD Skyline leads on camera score (75/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Skyline or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the HMD Skyline 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.