Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 71/100. Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,728,128 vs 1,627,862).
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 2728128 vs 1627862
- Better Geekbench Single: 2680 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8358 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
- Lighter: 219g vs 225g
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 71/100. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (88/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (88/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Xiaomi 12S Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2728128 | 1627862 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2680 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8358 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 136 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 3 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | — |
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Main: 3MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Xiaomi 12S Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Xiaomi 12S Ultra by 67.6% in our overall performance rating.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (88/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (70/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (80/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
Both devices scored 71/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi Turbo 5 Max.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on camera score (70/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
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 12S Ultra is a better fit for active users.