Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Xiaomi 12
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $300 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 64/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Xiaomi 12
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $750
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 219g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Xiaomi 12, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 7 points higher (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Xiaomi 12 — 42/100; 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 Xiaomi 12 (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (69/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Xiaomi 12 by 106.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (89/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (52/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (80/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 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 Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max edges out the Xiaomi 12 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Xiaomi 12 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.