Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (2026) runs on the Exynos 1610; launch prices were $300 and $325. 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 5000); the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G is noticeably lighter (196g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $325
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A18 4G better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 219g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 25 points higher (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A18 4G — 28/100; 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 "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (65/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy A18 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Exynos 1610 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $325 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $25. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $25 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (84/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (65/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G by 25 points (71/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G — 46/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.