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; estimated prices are $200 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 36/100 (a 18-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 (2,809,170 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Realme 12 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 38
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 96
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
What makes Realme 12 better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 204g
  • Cheaper: $200 vs $250

  • Better camera (38/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 93/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 513809
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 689
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1884
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 18 points higher (54/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (38/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (72/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (65/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100).

Realme 12: The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 12 Redmi Turbo 5
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 513809 2809170
Geekbench Single 689 1553
Geekbench Multi 1884 6403
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
Price $200 $250
Camera comparison
Realme 12
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
  • Front: 16MP
38
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Realme 12
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Realme 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme 12 and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme 12 MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
36/100
513809 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100 +81.7%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Realme 12 by 81.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme 12
$200
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Price difference: $50. Realme 12 is cheaper by $50.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (43/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (38/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (72/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (65/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100).

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 18 points.

What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.