OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs Redmi Note 9S
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $250 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads — 66/100 vs 39/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is faster in AnTuTu (2,536,961 vs 517,460); the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9S doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
Redmi Note 9S
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Racing better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2536961 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 200g vs 210g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi Note 9S better?
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $250
- Better camera (34/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs the Redmi Note 9S, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing scores 27 points higher (66/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (84/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (68/100 vs 43/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 5 Racing — 82/100, Redmi Note 9S — 38/100; 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 OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (84/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (79/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9S and the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing are nearly equal (34/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Racing | Redmi Note 9S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 2536961 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $200 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and Redmi Note 9S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads Redmi Note 9S by 390.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Redmi Note 9S was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (84/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (79/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9S and the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing are nearly equal (34/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (68/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Redmi Note 9S?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 27 points (66/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Redmi Note 9S?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Redmi Note 9S — 39/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Redmi Note 9S?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads on performance (84/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing over the Redmi Note 9S?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.