Honor X8b vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Honor X8b (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $250 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 424,216); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor X8b doesn't; the Honor X8b is noticeably lighter (166g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X8b
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Honor X8b better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 166g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $300
- Better camera (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (92/100 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 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 35W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X8b vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor X8b leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Honor X8b — 40/100, 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 X8b (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Honor X8b (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor X8b is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (80/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (92/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X8b | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 35W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MagicOS 7.2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×74.6×6.8 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 166 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Honor X8b
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X8b
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X8b
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 35W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X8b and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Honor X8b by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Honor X8b was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (89/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Honor X8b (84/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor X8b is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (80/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (92/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X8b or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8b by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X8b and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Honor X8b has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8b or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Honor X8b leads on camera score (51/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X8b or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8b 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.