Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs Xiaomi Mi 9
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855; launch prices were $300 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 47/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 824,513); the Xiaomi Mi 9 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Xiaomi Mi 9
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $400
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9 better?
- Lighter: 173g vs 219g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the Xiaomi Mi 9, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 24 points higher (71/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, Xiaomi Mi 9 — 22/100; 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 9 (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (80/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (79/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | Xiaomi Mi 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 3300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 20W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.5×74.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mi 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Mi 9
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 20W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Xiaomi Mi 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Xiaomi Mi 9 by 230.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (89/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (84/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (80/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (79/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 by 24 points (71/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Xiaomi Mi 9 leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.