Honor X8 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Honor X8 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $260 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 38/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 424,216); the Honor X8 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X8
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Honor X8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 177g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $300
- Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X8 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 33 points higher (71/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Honor X8 — 24/100, 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 X8 (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor X8 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (80/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (78/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X8 | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Magic UI 4.2, Google Play Services | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×74.7×7.5 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Honor X8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X8
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X8 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Honor X8 by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $40. Honor X8 was $40 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (89/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (84/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor X8 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (80/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (78/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X8 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8 by 33 points (71/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X8 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Honor X8 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Honor X8 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X8 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8 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.