Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A51
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy A51 (2020) runs on the Exynos 9611; launch prices were $300 and $399. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 34/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 355,351); the Samsung Galaxy A51 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy A51
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 355351
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 365
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1107
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $399
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A51 better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 219g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A51, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 37 points higher (71/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A51 — 0/100; 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 A51 (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A51 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (80/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A51 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (77/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy A51 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Exynos 9611 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 355351 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 365 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 1107 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 158.5×73.6×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $399 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A51
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A51
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A51
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Samsung Galaxy A51, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A51 by 667.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (89/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (84/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A51 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (80/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A51 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (77/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A51?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 by 37 points (71/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A51?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A51 — 34/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A51?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A51?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.