Redmi Note 12S vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 48/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,728,128 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 219g).
Redmi Note 12S
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 219g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 45/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2728128 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 23 points higher (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (88/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (88/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (72/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 2728128 | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | 2680 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | 8358 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $300 |
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 12S and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Redmi Note 12S by 81.9% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (88/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (84/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (72/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 23 points (71/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12S or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12S or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.