Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $399 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 56/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 731,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro+ better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 210g vs 219g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $399
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 15 points higher (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — 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 12 Pro+ (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 73.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (89/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (80/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads on camera score (48/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 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.