Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $300 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 61/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 2,728,128).
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8000 mAh
- Cheaper: $300 vs $799
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 2728128
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2680
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 8358
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 23 points higher (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (88/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (50/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (89/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2728128 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2680 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8358 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Price | $300 | $799 |
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 25.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $499. Redmi Turbo 5 Max is cheaper by $499.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (88/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (90/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (50/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (89/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 23 points (84/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.