Lava Smart 4 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Lava Smart 4 (2026) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $69 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 20/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 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 Smart 4 doesn't; the Lava Smart 4 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Smart 4
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Lava Smart 4 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $69 vs $300
- Better portability (52/100 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 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- 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 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Smart 4 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 51 points higher (71/100 vs 20/100). 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 Smart 4 — 36/100, 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 Smart 4 (89/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Smart 4 is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Smart 4 | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 540x1210 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 Go | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×76.5×8.8 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $69 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Lava Smart 4
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Smart 4
- 6.6" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 540x1210
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Smart 4
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Smart 4 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Lava Smart 4 by 94.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $231. Lava Smart 4 was $231 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (89/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (84/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Smart 4 is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Smart 4 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 by 51 points (71/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Smart 4 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Lava Smart 4 has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Smart 4 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 Smart 4 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Smart 4 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.