Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $300 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 71/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,780,751 vs 2,726,802).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2780751 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 8932
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 218g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 8 points higher (79/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (46/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 2780751 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" 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 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 1.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $999. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $999 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (80/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (46/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 Max by just 8 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 Ultra?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
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 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.