OnePlus Nord 2 vs Redmi Turbo 5

The OnePlus Nord 2 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $400 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 30/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 960,724); the OnePlus Nord 2 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 by 24 points (54/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 2
Performance 6
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 35
Design 63
Value for money 82
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
What makes OnePlus Nord 2 better?
  • Lighter: 189g vs 204g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 960724
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1143
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 3353
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $400

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 6/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2 vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 24 points higher (54/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (43/100 vs 6/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (72/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (63/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).

OnePlus Nord 2: The OnePlus Nord 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Nord 2 Redmi Turbo 5
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1200 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 960724 2809170
Geekbench Single 1143 1553
Geekbench Multi 3353 6403
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2756x1268
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 65W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 189 g 204 g
Price $400 $250
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 2
  • Main: 50MP f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 2
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 2
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared OnePlus Nord 2 and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OnePlus Nord 2 MediaTek Dimensity 1200
30/100
960724 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100 +65.8%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads OnePlus Nord 2 by 65.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord 2
$400
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Price difference: $150. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $150.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (43/100 vs 6/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (72/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (63/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 by 24 points (54/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2 and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The OnePlus Nord 2 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The OnePlus Nord 2 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 6/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2 over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The OnePlus Nord 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.