Huawei nova Y61 vs Redmi Turbo 5

Comparing the Huawei nova Y61 (2022) and the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 17/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Huawei nova Y61 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 by 37 points (54/100 vs 17/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Y61
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 65
Value for money 55
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
What makes Huawei nova Y61 better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 204g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 5W

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei nova Y61 vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 37 points higher (54/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (72/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y61 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (65/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Huawei nova Y61: The Huawei nova Y61 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei nova Y61 Redmi Turbo 5
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 2809170
Geekbench Single 1553
Geekbench Multi 6403
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 2756x1268
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 5W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB 256GB / 512GB
OS EMUI 12, no Google Play Services Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.3×75.8×8.9 mm 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 188 g 204 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Y61
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Huawei nova Y61
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Y61
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei nova Y61
Price unknown
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (43/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (72/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y61 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (65/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 by 37 points (54/100 vs 17/100).

What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y61 and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Huawei nova Y61 has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Huawei nova Y61 over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Huawei nova Y61 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.