Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Tecno Spark 40
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $300 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 39/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5200); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 358,608); the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Tecno Spark 40
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $300
- Better portability (68/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 32 points higher (71/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 60/100; 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 Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (68/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Tecno Spark 40 by 660.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $180. Tecno Spark 40 was $180 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (89/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (80/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (68/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 32 points (71/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.