Nokia 4.2 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max

The Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $169 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 18/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,728,128 vs 193,115); the Nokia 4.2 is noticeably lighter (161g vs 219g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 53 points (71/100 vs 18/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 4.2
Performance 12
Display 34
Camera 10
Battery 15
Portability 78
Value for money 6
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Performance 88
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 80
Portability 45
Value for money 84
What makes Nokia 4.2 better?
  • Lighter: 161g vs 219g
  • Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $300

  • Better portability (78/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2728128 vs 193115
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 199
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 795
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (88/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 4.2 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 53 points higher (71/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (88/100 vs 12/100). 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 15/100). Value score: Nokia 4.2 — 6/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (88/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (78/100 vs 45/100).

Nokia 4.2: The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for everyday use.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 4.2 Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
AnTuTu 193115 2728128
Geekbench Single 199 2680
Geekbench Multi 795 8358
Display 5.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1520x720 2772x1280
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 9000 mAh
Charging 5W 100W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 9 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 161 g 219 g
Launch price $169 $300
Camera comparison
Nokia 4.2
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 4.2
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1520x720
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
34
display
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 4.2
  • 3000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • Wireless charging: no data
15
battery
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 4.2 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 4.2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 439
18/100
193115 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
71/100 +92.9%
2728128 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Nokia 4.2 by 92.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 4.2
$169
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
$300

Launch price difference: $131. Nokia 4.2 was $131 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (88/100 vs 12/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (84/100 vs 34/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (37/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (80/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (78/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 4.2 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 53 points (71/100 vs 18/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 4.2 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Nokia 4.2 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 4.2 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 Nokia 4.2 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 12/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 4.2 over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.