Redmi Turbo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy A04

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $250 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 19/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't.

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 by 35 points (54/100 vs 19/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
Samsung Galaxy A04
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 204g
  • Cheaper: $135 vs $250

  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 35 points higher (54/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (72/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (60/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (100/100 vs 93/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A04: The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Samsung Galaxy A04
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Unisoc
AnTuTu 2809170
Geekbench Single 1553
Geekbench Multi 6403
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.5" PLS LCD
Resolution 2756x1268 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, One UI Core 4.1
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm
Weight 204 g 192 g
Price $250 $135
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 6.5" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135

Price difference: $115. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $115.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (43/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (72/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (60/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (100/100 vs 93/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 by 35 points (54/100 vs 19/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.