Lava Yuva 5G vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Lava Yuva 5G (2024) runs on the Unisoc T750, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $127 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 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Yuva 5G doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Yuva 5G
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Lava Yuva 5G better?
- Lighter: 208g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $127 vs $300
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Yuva 5G vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 33 points higher (71/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Yuva 5G — 56/100, 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 "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Yuva 5G (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Yuva 5G (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Lava Yuva 5G are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Yuva 5G | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T750 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.2×9.1 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $127 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Lava Yuva 5G
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Yuva 5G
- 6.5" 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 Yuva 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $173. Lava Yuva 5G was $173 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Yuva 5G (84/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Yuva 5G (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Lava Yuva 5G are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Yuva 5G or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Yuva 5G by 33 points (71/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Yuva 5G and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Lava Yuva 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Yuva 5G or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Yuva 5G 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.