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 $300 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 54/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 729,766); the Redmi Note 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 204g).
Redmi Note 12 Pro
Redmi Turbo 5
- Lighter: 187g vs 204g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $300
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 13 points higher (67/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 53/100). 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 (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (74/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
| 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 | 1080x2400 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 102 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | 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 | 187 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $250 |
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Redmi Note 12 Pro by 74.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $50. Redmi Turbo 5 was $50 cheaper at launch.
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 (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (74/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
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 13 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 54/100, 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 (43/100 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.