Realme 15x vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Realme 15x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $250 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 37/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 524,785); the Redmi Turbo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15x doesn't.

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Realme 15x — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15x
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 38
Battery 60
Design 35
Value for money 93
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
What makes Realme 15x better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (38/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1980
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
  • Lighter: 204g vs 212g

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 15x vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 17 points higher (54/100 vs 37/100). 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 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (38/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (45/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 93/100.

Realme 15x: The Realme 15x 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 15x Redmi Turbo 5
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 524785 2809170
Geekbench Single 771 1553
Geekbench Multi 1980 6403
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1570 2756x1268
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 60W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 50 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP68
Dimensions 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 212 g 204 g
Price $250 $250
Camera comparison
Realme 15x
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 50MP
38
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Realme 15x
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Realme 15x
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme 15x and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme 15x MediaTek Dimensity 6300
37/100
524785 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100 +81.3%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Realme 15x by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme 15x
$250
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Price difference: $0. Same price.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (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 15x is a bit better (38/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (45/100 vs 35/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 93/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15x or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Realme 15x — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Realme 15x and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Realme 15x has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 15x or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Realme 15x leads on camera score (38/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme 15x or the Redmi Turbo 5?

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

Should you choose the Realme 15x over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Realme 15x is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.