Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870; launch prices were $300 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 21/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $400
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 219g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 50 points higher (71/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 — 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 A6 2018 (89/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (83/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Samsung Exynos 7870 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 192269 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 172 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 492 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.6" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1480x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 160.2×75.7×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
- Main: 16MP f/1.7
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
- 5.6" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1480x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Samsung Galaxy A6 2018, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 by 1318.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (89/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (84/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (37/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (83/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 by 50 points (71/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.