Honor 9 Lite vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Honor 9 Lite (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $200 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 15/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor 9 Lite doesn't; the Honor 9 Lite is noticeably lighter (149g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 9 Lite
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Honor 9 Lite better?
- Lighter: 149g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $300
- Better portability (88/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 9 Lite vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 56 points higher (71/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Honor 9 Lite — 0/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (89/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (88/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 9 Lite | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | 8932 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.0×71.9×7.6 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 149 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 9 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Honor 9 Lite was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (89/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (37/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (88/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 9 Lite or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite by 56 points (71/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 Lite and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Honor 9 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 Lite or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 9 Lite or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 Lite 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.