Redmi Turbo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $250 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 66/100 vs 44/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,112,047 vs 607,489).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2112047 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 992
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 2197
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 5G better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $250
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 22 points higher (66/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, Samsung Galaxy A16 5G — 50/100; 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (85/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (74/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Samsung Galaxy A16 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 992 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 2197 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 77 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $199 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 247.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Samsung Galaxy A16 5G was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (77/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (85/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (74/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 22 points (66/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (77/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.