Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $300 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads — 73/100 vs 71/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo iQOO 15R is faster in AnTuTu (2,817,788 vs 2,726,802); the Vivo iQOO 15R is noticeably lighter (197g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $450
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2817788 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8932
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 219g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 89/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Vivo iQOO 15R scores 2 points higher (73/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 70/100; 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 15R and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (62/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 2817788 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15R leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 3.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (62/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Vivo iQOO 15R edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 Max 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 Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 73/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
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 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.