Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $300 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 71/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 2,726,802); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is thinner (5.0mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $1639
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 8932
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 15 points higher (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Xiaomi 18 Fold — 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 18 Fold is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (64/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 47.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1339. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $1339 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (85/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (64/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
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 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.