Poco M5s vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Poco M5s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $210 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 66/100 vs 46/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,112,047 vs 535,127); the Poco M5s is noticeably lighter (179g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5s
Redmi Turbo 5
What makes Poco M5s better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $250
- Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2112047 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5s vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 20 points higher (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M5s — 50/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Poco M5s (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Poco M5s (74/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5s | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 2112047 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M5s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5s and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Poco M5s by 74.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $40. Poco M5s was $40 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (77/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Poco M5s (85/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Poco M5s (74/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5s or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s by 20 points (66/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5s and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Poco M5s has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5s or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Poco M5s leads on camera score (42/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5s or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (77/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5s over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.