Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Vivo S16e

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo S16e (2022) runs on the Exynos 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 49/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4600); the Vivo S16e is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e by 22 points (71/100 vs 49/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Performance 88
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 80
Portability 45
Value for money 84
Vivo S16e
Performance
Display 80
Camera 32
Battery 44
Portability 70
Value for money
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 66W

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Vivo S16e better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 219g

  • Better portability (70/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Vivo S16e, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 22 points higher (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo S16e are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (70/100 vs 45/100).

Redmi Turbo 5 Max: The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo S16e: The Vivo S16e is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Max Vivo S16e
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500s Exynos 1080
AnTuTu 2728128
Geekbench Single 2680
Geekbench Multi 8358
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 9000 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 100W 66W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 11, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm 162.5×75.8×7.7 mm
Weight 219 g 187 g
Launch price $300
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Vivo S16e
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Vivo S16e
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery
Vivo S16e
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
$300
Vivo S16e
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo S16e are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (80/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (70/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo S16e?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e by 22 points (71/100 vs 49/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo S16e?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo S16e — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo S16e?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Vivo S16e?

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 S16e is a better fit for everyday use.