Poco M8 Pro vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Poco M8 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $299 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 59/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 946,831).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8 Pro
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Poco M8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $300
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 946831
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 Pro vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 12 points higher (71/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Poco M8 Pro — 56/100, 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 M8 Pro (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 Pro and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 Pro | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 946831 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1223 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3168 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.3×8.3 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 Pro and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Poco M8 Pro by 65.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1. Poco M8 Pro was $1 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M8 Pro (89/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 Pro and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 Pro or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is noticeably better than the Poco M8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Poco M8 Pro and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Poco M8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 Pro or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 Pro 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.