Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 61/100 vs 5/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 56 points (61/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Performance 58
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 80
Design 50
Value for money 89
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?

  • Higher performance (58/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (89/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 better?

  • Overall rating 5/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 56 points higher (61/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (80/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (89/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Turbo 5 Max: The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Max Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
AnTuTu 2728128
Geekbench Single 2680
Geekbench Multi 8358
Display 6.8" AMOLED 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 466x466
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 9000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight
Price $300
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
$300
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (58/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (32/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (80/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (89/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 56 points (61/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (58/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.