Redmi Note 9 Pro Max vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, 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 46/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 517,460); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Redmi Note 9 Pro Max better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 209g vs 219g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 25 points higher (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max leads (48/100 vs 37/100). 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 9 Pro Max (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 9 Pro Max | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10.0; MIUI 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.5×76.7×8.8 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 9 Pro Max and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Redmi Note 9 Pro Max by 81.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (89/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (84/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max by 25 points (71/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro Max leads on camera score (48/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max 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.