Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Vivo S30
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo S30 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4; launch prices were $300 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 1,329,936); the Vivo S30 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Vivo S30
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 1329936
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $345
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 66/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo S30 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 219g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Vivo S30, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S30 leads (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Vivo S30 — 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 Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Vivo S30 (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S30 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S30 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S30 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (69/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Vivo S30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 1329936 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 1270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 4106 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 160.2×74.4×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $345 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S30
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S30
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S30
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Vivo S30, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Vivo S30 by 105.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $45. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $45 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Vivo S30 (89/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S30 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S30 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (64/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S30 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (69/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo S30?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max edges out the Vivo S30 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo S30?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo S30 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo S30?
The Vivo S30 leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo S30?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Vivo S30?
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 S30 is a better fit for active users.