Redmi 13C 4G vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max

The Redmi 13C 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; estimated prices are $130 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 39/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,728,128 vs 552,286); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13C 4G doesn't.

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G by 32 points (71/100 vs 39/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C 4G
Performance 43
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability
Value for money
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Performance 88
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 80
Portability 54
Value for money
What makes Redmi 13C 4G better?
  • Cheaper: $130 vs $300

  • Overall rating 39/100
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2728128 vs 552286
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 2047
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (88/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 13C 4G vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 32 points higher (71/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (84/100 vs 44/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (80/100 vs 43/100).

Redmi 13C 4G: The Redmi 13C 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max: The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 13C 4G Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
AnTuTu 552286 2728128
Geekbench Single 727 2680
Geekbench Multi 2047 8358
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1650 2772x1280
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 9000 mAh
Charging 10W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, MIUI 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight
Price $130 $300
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 13C 4G
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 13C 4G and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 13C 4G MediaTek Helio G99
39/100
552286 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
71/100 +79.8%
2728128 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Redmi 13C 4G by 79.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 13C 4G
$130
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
$300

Price difference: $170. Redmi 13C 4G is cheaper by $170.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (88/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (84/100 vs 44/100).

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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (80/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C 4G or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G by 32 points (71/100 vs 39/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 13C 4G and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi 13C 4G has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C 4G 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 Redmi 13C 4G or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 13C 4G over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi 13C 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.