Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $300 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 71/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 3,100,039); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $799
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 3100039
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 8932
- Lighter: 162g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 4 points higher (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; 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 S26 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (89/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3100039 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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 S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 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: $499. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $499 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (77/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (80/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (89/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
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 S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.