Redmi Note 10S vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $250 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 45/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 534,895); the Redmi Note 10S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S by 22 points (67/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 10S
Performance 41
Display 51
Camera 39
Battery 52
Portability 68
Value for money 42
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi Note 10S better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 179g vs 204g

  • Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 534895
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 673
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1881
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 41/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 10S vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 22 points higher (67/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 41/100). 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 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (80/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (74/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (86/100 vs 42/100).

Redmi Note 10S: The Redmi Note 10S 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 10S Redmi Turbo 5
Processor MediaTek Helio G95 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 534895 2809170
Geekbench Single 673 1553
Geekbench Multi 1881 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 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
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 179 g 204 g
Price $250 $250
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 10S
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 13MP
39
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 10S
  • 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 10S
  • 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 10S and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 10S MediaTek Helio G95
45/100
534895 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
67/100 +81.0%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Redmi Note 10S by 81.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 10S
$250
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Price difference: $0. Same price.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (80/100 vs 41/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).

battery

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

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S 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 10S (86/100 vs 42/100).

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

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S by 22 points (67/100 vs 45/100).

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

The Redmi Note 10S has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.

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

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 41/100).

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

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