Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 71/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 1,420,808); the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 56/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 2 points higher (73/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | ZTE Axon 50 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 1420808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 91.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (89/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (80/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the ZTE Axon 50 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 ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.