Redmi 12 vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $150 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 39/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 362,744).
Redmi 12
Redmi Turbo 5
- Lighter: 198g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $250
- Better portability (61/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 362744
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 28 points higher (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 54/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (80/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (85/100 vs 48/100). 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 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | 2809170 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $250 |
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 12 and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Redmi 12 by 87.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $100. Redmi 12 was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (80/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (85/100 vs 48/100).
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 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 28 points (67/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.