Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $300 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 66/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 2,726,802); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $1099
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 8932
- Lighter: 180g vs 219g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 5 points higher (71/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Z Flip8 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (80/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (80/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 219 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 12.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $799. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $799 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (80/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (80/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
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 Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.