Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Tecno Camon 18 Premier
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Tecno Camon 18 Premier (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 50/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4750); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 493,222); the Tecno Camon 18 Premier is noticeably lighter (200g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Tecno Camon 18 Premier
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4750 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 18 Premier better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 200g vs 219g
- Better camera (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Tecno Camon 18 Premier, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 21 points higher (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 18 Premier leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 18 Premier (89/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 18 Premier notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 18 Premier (80/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 18 Premier is a bit better (57/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Tecno Camon 18 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 674 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 1793 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4750 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, HIOS 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.8×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Camon 18 Premier
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 18 Premier
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Camon 18 Premier
- 4750 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Tecno Camon 18 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Tecno Camon 18 Premier by 452.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Camon 18 Premier
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 18 Premier (89/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 18 Premier notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (53/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 18 Premier (80/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 18 Premier is a bit better (57/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Tecno Camon 18 Premier?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 18 Premier by 21 points (71/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Tecno Camon 18 Premier?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Camon 18 Premier — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Tecno Camon 18 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 18 Premier leads on camera score (53/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Tecno Camon 18 Premier?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Tecno Camon 18 Premier?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.