Redmi Note 10S vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $250 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 535,127); the Redmi Note 10S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 10S
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Redmi Note 10S better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $300
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 10S vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi Note 10S — 40/100, 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 Note 10S (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (68/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 10S | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 10S
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 10S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 10S
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 10S and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Redmi Note 10S by 80.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Redmi Note 10S was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (89/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (84/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (68/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10S or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10S and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Note 10S has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 10S or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 10S 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.