Realme 12 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $200 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 47/100 (a 24-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 (2,728,128 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).
Realme 12
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $300
- Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 45/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2728128 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 24 points higher (71/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (88/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 56/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (88/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (68/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 2728128 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 2680 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 8358 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $300 |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 12 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Realme 12 by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $100. Realme 12 was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (88/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (68/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 24 points (71/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.