Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Xiaomi Mi 8
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi Mi 8 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845; launch prices were $300 and $460. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 34/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 572,788); the Xiaomi Mi 8 is noticeably lighter (175g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Xiaomi Mi 8
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $460
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 19/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 8 better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 219g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Xiaomi Mi 8, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 37 points higher (71/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Xiaomi Mi 8 — 0/100; 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 Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 8 (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 8 (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 8 (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 8 (80/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (78/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Xiaomi Mi 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 572788 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 2130 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2248x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 3400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 8.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 154.9×74.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 175 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $460 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mi 8
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 8
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2248x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Mi 8
- 3400 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Xiaomi Mi 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Xiaomi Mi 8 by 376.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $160. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $160 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 8 (89/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 8 (84/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 8 (37/100 vs 19/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 8 (80/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (78/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 8 by 37 points (71/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi Mi 8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi Mi 8 — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 19/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Xiaomi Mi 8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.