Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $399 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 56/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 729,766).

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Performance 52
Display 79
Camera 48
Battery 64
Portability 42
Value for money 50
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro+ better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 729766
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1032
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2507
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Lighter: 204g vs 210g
  • Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $399

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 52/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 64/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
  • Better portability (55/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 11 points higher (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 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 leads (74/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — 50/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 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 is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).

Redmi Note 12 Pro+: The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 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 12 Pro+ Redmi Turbo 5
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1080 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 729766 2809170
Geekbench Single 1032 1553
Geekbench Multi 2507 6403
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2756x1268
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7560 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
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 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 210 g 204 g
Launch price $399 $250
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
  • Main: 200MP f/1.65
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
48
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
64
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 12 Pro+ MediaTek Dimensity 1080
56/100
729766 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
67/100 +74.0%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 74.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
$399
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Launch price difference: $149. Redmi Turbo 5 was $149 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (80/100 vs 52/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 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 is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Redmi Turbo 5?

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?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 52/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.