Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $300 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 69/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 2,726,802); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 219g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $2899
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8932
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 2 points higher (71/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 TriFold and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (80/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (45/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 6.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2599. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $2599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (52/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (80/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (45/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by just 2 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 TriFold?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
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 TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.