Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $300 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 71/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6800); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 2,726,802).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 219g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $892
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8932
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 16 points higher (87/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 88/100; 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 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $892 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 31.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $592. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $592 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (45/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is noticeably better than the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
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 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.