Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400; launch prices were $300 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4700); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 2,000,659); the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 2000659
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $599
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 FE better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 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 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (71/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 2000659 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 2115 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 6826 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 36.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
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 Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (80/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (71/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users.