Redmi A3 vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Redmi A3 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 21/100 (a 46-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 195,539).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 by 46 points (67/100 vs 21/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3
Performance 11
Display 44
Camera 0
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi A3 better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 204g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 195539
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 781
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 11/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A3 vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 46 points higher (67/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (80/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi A3: The Redmi A3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi A3 Redmi Turbo 5
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 195539 2809170
Geekbench Single 189 1553
Geekbench Multi 781 6403
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1650 2756x1268
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 10W 100W
DXOMark (camera) 45
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 20 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, MIUI Android 16
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 193 g 204 g
Launch price $250
Camera comparison
Redmi A3
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A3
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A3
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A3 and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A3 MediaTek Helio G36
21/100
195539 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
67/100 +93.0%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Redmi A3 by 93.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A3
Price unknown
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (80/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (85/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (74/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A3 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 by 46 points (67/100 vs 21/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A3 and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi A3 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A3 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A3 over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi A3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.