Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Vivo S50
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo S50 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $300 and $390. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 leads — 72/100 vs 71/100 (a 1-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 1,794,400); the Vivo S50 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Vivo S50
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 1794400
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $390
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo S50 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 219g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Vivo S50, the Vivo S50 scores 1 points higher (72/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 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 S50 — 74/100; 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 is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 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 S50 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (66/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Vivo S50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 1794400 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2750 | |
| 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.5×74.3×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $390 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S50
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Vivo S50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Vivo S50 by 52.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $90. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $90 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 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 S50 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (66/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo S50?
The Vivo S50 edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 Max by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo S50?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo S50 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo S50?
The Vivo S50 leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo S50?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Vivo S50?
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 S50 is a better fit for active users.