Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A52s
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy A52s (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $300 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 55/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 783,606); the Samsung Galaxy A52s is noticeably lighter (189g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy A52s
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $449
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A52s better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 219g
- Better camera (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A52s, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 16 points higher (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s leads (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A52s — 34/100; 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 A52s (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A52s are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (80/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (70/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy A52s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 783606 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 219 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Samsung Galaxy A52s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A52s by 248.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (89/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A52s are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (80/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (70/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A52s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A52s — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A52s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A52s — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A52s?
The Samsung Galaxy A52s leads on camera score (50/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A52s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A52s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.