Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $300 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 71/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 2,726,802).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 219g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $999
- Better portability (45/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8932
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 18 points higher (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 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 is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (93/100 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 is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" 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) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 24.3% 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 17 Ultra is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (93/100 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 is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Xiaomi 17 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 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.