Realme C100 5G vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Realme C100 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $210 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 45/100 (a 22-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 C100 5G doesn't; the Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 224g).
Realme C100 5G
Redmi Turbo 5
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $250
- Overall rating 45/100
- 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 45W
- Lighter: 204g vs 224g
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 36/100)
- Higher value score: 86/100 vs 50/100
Comparing the Realme C100 5G vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 22 points higher (67/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (85/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (55/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (86/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Realme C100 5G | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | 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 | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.8×78.2×8.9 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $250 |
Realme C100 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme C100 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C100 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme C100 5G and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Realme C100 5G by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $40. Realme C100 5G was $40 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (80/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (85/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (55/100 vs 36/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (86/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Realme C100 5G or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G by 22 points (67/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100 5G and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Realme C100 5G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100 5G or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100 5G or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100 5G over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Realme C100 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.