Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Vivo Y500i
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo Y500i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $300 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7200); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 568,395).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Vivo Y500i
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y500i better?
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $300
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Vivo Y500i, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Vivo Y500i — 56/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo Y500i are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Vivo Y500i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y500i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500i
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Vivo Y500i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Vivo Y500i by 379.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $120. Vivo Y500i was $120 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (89/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (80/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo Y500i are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo Y500i?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo Y500i?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo Y500i — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo Y500i?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo Y500i?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Vivo Y500i?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.