Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $300 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 71/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8400); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 2,726,802).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8400 mAh
- Lighter: 219g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $840
- Better portability (45/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 8932
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 18 points higher (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 80/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 16 is a bit better (100/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 50.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $540. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $540 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (100/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is noticeably better than the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Vivo iQOO 16?
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 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.