Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Vivo V21e
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo V21e (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G. 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 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 517,460); the Vivo V21e is noticeably lighter (171g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Vivo V21e
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Vivo V21e better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 219g
- Better camera (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Vivo V21e, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 22 points higher (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V21e leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo V21e is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (80/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21e significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (83/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Vivo V21e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Funtouch 11.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 430 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.2×74.4×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 171 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V21e
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V21e
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V21e
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Vivo V21e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Vivo V21e by 427.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo V21e
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (89/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo V21e is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (80/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21e significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (83/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo V21e?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e by 22 points (71/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo V21e?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo V21e — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo V21e?
The Vivo V21e leads on camera score (51/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo V21e?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Vivo V21e?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.