Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $300 and $999. Both devices score the same overall rating of 71/100. Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 3,100,039); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $999
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 3100039
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 8932
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ received the same MobileRank rating — 71/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (72/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3100039 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 3.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $699. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (80/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (72/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
Both devices scored 71/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (92/100 vs 90/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
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+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.