Poco M6 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Poco M6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $120 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 40/100 (a 31-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 513,809); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 doesn't; the Poco M6 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Poco M6 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $300
- Better portability (60/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 732
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1954
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 31 points higher (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco M6 — 62/100, 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 Poco M6 (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (60/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 732 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1954 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M6
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M6 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Poco M6 by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $180. Poco M6 was $180 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (89/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (60/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 by 31 points (71/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Poco M6 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 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.