Realme 8 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Realme 8 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 50/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 535,127); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 8 doesn't; the Realme 8 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 8
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Realme 8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 177g vs 219g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 8 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 21 points higher (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 8 is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (80/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (73/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 8 | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×73.9×8.0 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $300 |
Camera comparison
Realme 8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 8
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 8
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 8 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Realme 8 by 80.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme 8
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (89/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 8 is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (80/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (73/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 8 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 by 21 points (71/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 8 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Realme 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 8 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Realme 8 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 8 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Realme 8 over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.