Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; launch prices were $300 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 50/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 754,064); the Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy A26
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 754064
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A26 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $300
- Better portability (63/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 21 points higher (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 52/100). 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 A26 — 50/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A26 (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (63/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 754064 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 2710 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 261.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Samsung Galaxy A26 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (89/100 vs 52/100).
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 Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (63/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 by 21 points (71/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.