Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $300 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 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 6000); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $700
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 2 points higher (73/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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 is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (80/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (45/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2726802 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 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 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | — | |
| Launch price | $300 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 Max and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 55.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (80/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (45/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 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 60 Ultra?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 Max over the ZTE Axon 60 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 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.