Nothing Phone (3a) Lite vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $249 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 52/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 884,207); the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) Lite better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $300
- Better portability (56/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 884207
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 19 points higher (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) Lite — 54/100, 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 Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) Lite | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 884207 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×78.0×8.3 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $249 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) Lite and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Nothing Phone (3a) Lite by 67.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Nothing Phone (3a) Lite was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (89/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is noticeably better than the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite 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.