Redmi K40 vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Redmi K40 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $309 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 54/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 1,010,069).

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Redmi K40 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K40
Performance 61
Display 79
Camera 36
Battery 42
Portability 64
Value for money
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money
What makes Redmi K40 better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 204g

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 1010069
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1298
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 3520
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4520 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $309

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 36/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K40 vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 13 points higher (67/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (80/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Redmi K40 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi K40 (74/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K40: The Redmi K40 is a better fit for active users.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K40 Redmi Turbo 5
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 1010069 2809170
Geekbench Single 1298 1553
Geekbench Multi 3520 6403
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2756x1268
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4520 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 196 g 204 g
Price $309 $250
Camera comparison
Redmi K40
  • Main: 48MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
36
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K40
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K40
  • 4520 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • Wireless charging: no data
42
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K40 and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K40 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
54/100
1010069 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
67/100 +64.0%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Redmi K40 by 64.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K40
$309
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Price difference: $59. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $59.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (80/100 vs 61/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Redmi K40 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi K40 (74/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K40 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K40 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Redmi K40 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K40 and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi K40 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K40 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 61/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K40 over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi K40 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users.