Realme 16 Pro+ vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Realme 16 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $330 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,728,128 vs 1,392,392); the Realme 16 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Realme 16 Pro+
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 45/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2728128 vs 1392392
- Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $330
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 66/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro+ vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ leads (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro+ — 78/100, 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 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (60/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro+ | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 1392392 | 2728128 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 2680 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 8358 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $330 | $300 |
Realme 16 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 16 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16 Pro+
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 16 Pro+ and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Realme 16 Pro+ by 49.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $30. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $30 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (88/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (58/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (60/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max edges out the Realme 16 Pro+ by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro+ and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Realme 16 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Realme 16 Pro+ leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro+ over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Realme 16 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.