Realme 12 vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $200 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 66/100 vs 47/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,112,047 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Redmi Turbo 5
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $250
- Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2112047 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 19 points higher (66/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 54/100, 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 Realme 12 (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (74/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 2112047 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 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 | |
| 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Realme 12 by 75.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Realme 12 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (77/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (85/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (74/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Realme 12 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (77/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.