Redmi Turbo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy A21s
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850; launch prices were $250 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 66/100 vs 29/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,112,047 vs 234,339).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Samsung Galaxy A21s
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2112047 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 836
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A21s better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $250
- Overall rating 29/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy A21s, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 37 points higher (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (77/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, Samsung Galaxy A21s — 16/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (77/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (74/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Samsung Galaxy A21s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 836 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $215 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Samsung Galaxy A21s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Samsung Galaxy A21s by 801.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $35. Samsung Galaxy A21s was $35 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (77/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (85/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (74/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s by 37 points (66/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy A21s — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (77/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.