Realme Narzo 100x vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Realme Narzo 100x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $205 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 46/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8000); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 528,398); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 100x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 100x
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Realme Narzo 100x better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $205 vs $300
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 219g vs 224g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 100x vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 25 points higher (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Realme Narzo 100x — 52/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 100x | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×78.2×8.8 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $205 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 100x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 100x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 100x
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Narzo 100x and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Realme Narzo 100x by 80.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $95. Realme Narzo 100x was $95 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (84/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (80/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 100x or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x by 25 points (71/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 100x and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Realme Narzo 100x has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 100x or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 100x or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 100x 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.