Redmi Note 15 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Redmi Note 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $229 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 57/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5520); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 825,374); the Redmi Note 15 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 15
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Redmi Note 15 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 178g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $300
- Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 825374
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 15 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 14 points higher (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi Note 15 — 68/100, 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 15 (89/100 vs 55/100). 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 15 is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (79/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 825374 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $229 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 15
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 15
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 15 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Redmi Note 15 by 69.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $71. Redmi Note 15 was $71 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (89/100 vs 55/100).
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 15 is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (80/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (79/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 15 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 15 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 15 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Note 15 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 15 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Note 15 leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 15 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 15 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.