Redmi A5 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $90 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 36/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A5 doesn't; the Redmi A5 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Redmi A5 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $300
- Better portability (60/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 35 points higher (71/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi A5 — 64/100, 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 Redmi A5 (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (60/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A5 | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3100039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1640x720 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 (Go Edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.7×77.8×8.3 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1640x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $210. Redmi A5 was $210 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (90/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (60/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 35 points (71/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A5 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.