Realme 12 Lite vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Realme 12 Lite (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 42/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 476,175); the Realme 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (185g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Lite
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Realme 12 Lite better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 219g
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Lite vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 29 points higher (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Lite and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (72/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Lite | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.4×7.6 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $300 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Lite and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Realme 12 Lite by 82.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme 12 Lite
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (89/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (84/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Lite and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (72/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Lite or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite by 29 points (71/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Lite and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Realme 12 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Lite or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Lite 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.