Redmi Note 10 vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Redmi Note 10 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 678, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $200 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 42/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 510,711); the Redmi Turbo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 10 doesn't; the Redmi Note 10 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 by 25 points (67/100 vs 42/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 10
Performance 40
Display 51
Camera 30
Battery 52
Portability 68
Value for money 46
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi Note 10 better?
  • Lighter: 179g vs 204g
  • Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $250

  • Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 510711
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 714
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1577
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 10 vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 25 points higher (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (80/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (74/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (86/100 vs 46/100).

Redmi Note 10: The Redmi Note 10 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 Note 10 Redmi Turbo 5
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 510711 2809170
Geekbench Single 714 1553
Geekbench Multi 1577 6403
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2756x1268
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 179 g 204 g
Launch price $200 $250
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 10
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 13MP
30
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 10
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
51
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 10
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 10 Qualcomm Snapdragon 678
42/100
510711 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
67/100 +81.8%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Redmi Note 10 by 81.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 10
$200
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Launch price difference: $50. Redmi Note 10 was $50 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (80/100 vs 40/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (85/100 vs 51/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (74/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (86/100 vs 46/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 by 25 points (67/100 vs 42/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10 and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Note 10 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 10 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 10 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 40/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 10 over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Note 10 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.