Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Vivo Y81i
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo Y81i (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 18/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3260); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 155,362); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y81i doesn't; the Vivo Y81i is noticeably lighter (143g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Vivo Y81i
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3260 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo Y81i better?
- Lighter: 143g vs 219g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Vivo Y81i, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 53 points higher (71/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81i (89/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81i (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y81i (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81i (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y81i significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (85/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Vivo Y81i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Helio A22 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 3260 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 155.1×75.0×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 143 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y81i
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y81i
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y81i
- 3260 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Vivo Y81i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Vivo Y81i by 1655.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y81i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81i (89/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81i (84/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y81i (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81i (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y81i significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (85/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo Y81i?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81i by 53 points (71/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Vivo Y81i?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo Y81i — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo Y81i?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Vivo Y81i?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Vivo Y81i?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.