Redmi K50i vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Redmi K50i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 57/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5080); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 1,092,605); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi K50i doesn't; the Redmi K50i is noticeably lighter (200g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50i
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Redmi K50i better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 200g vs 219g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5080 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50i vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 14 points higher (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50i | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.6" FFS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5080 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 650 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.3×8.9 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50i
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50i
- 6.6" FFS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50i
- 5080 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K50i and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Redmi K50i by 59.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K50i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (89/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (80/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50i or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K50i — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K50i and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi K50i has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50i or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi K50i leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50i or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50i over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi K50i is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.