Lava Bold N1 4G vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Lava Bold N1 4G (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $79 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 22/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 153,667); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Bold N1 4G doesn't; the Lava Bold N1 4G is noticeably lighter (200g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold N1 4G
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Lava Bold N1 4G better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $79 vs $300
- Better portability (51/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold N1 4G vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 49 points higher (71/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Bold N1 4G — 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 Lava Bold N1 4G (89/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N1 4G is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold N1 4G | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×76.1×8.8 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $79 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold N1 4G
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold N1 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Bold N1 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Bold N1 4G and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Lava Bold N1 4G by 94.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $221. Lava Bold N1 4G was $221 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (89/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N1 4G is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G by 49 points (71/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N1 4G and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Lava Bold N1 4G has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N1 4G 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.