Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $300 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 71/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 2,726,802); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 219g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $999
- Better portability (45/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 8932
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 14 points higher (85/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100; 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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (45/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 10.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $699. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (45/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Xiaomi 15 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 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.