Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $300 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 71/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 2,726,802).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6150 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $650
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 73/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8932
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 13 points higher (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 13 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 13.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $350. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $350 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably better than the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.