OnePlus Nord 5 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $385 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 67/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6800); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 1,848,224).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 219g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $385
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 4 points higher (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, 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 is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $300 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 32.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $85. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $85 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max edges out the OnePlus Nord 5 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The OnePlus Nord 5 leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.