Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A10
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy A10 (2019) runs on the Exynos 7884; launch prices were $300 and $160. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 14/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A10 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A10 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 219g).
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy A10
- Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 254
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 802
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3400 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 168g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $160 vs $300
- Better portability (80/100 vs 45/100)
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A10, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 57 points higher (71/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (88/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 84/100, Samsung Galaxy A10 — 0/100; 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 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (88/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A10 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (80/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy A10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Exynos 7884 | |
| AnTuTu | 2728128 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2680 | 254 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8358 | 802 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 3400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 155.6×75.6×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $160 |
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A10
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A10
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A10
- 3400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $140. Samsung Galaxy A10 was $140 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (88/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A10 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (80/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A10?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 by 57 points (71/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A10?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A10 — 14/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A10?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A10?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A10?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A10 is a better fit for everyday use.