Redmi Turbo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (2026) runs on the Exynos 1480; launch prices were $250 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 54/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 849,080); the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is noticeably lighter (185g vs 204g).
Redmi Turbo 5
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 849080
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 3346
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $299
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Lighter: 185g vs 204g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 13 points higher (67/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy A27 5G — 50/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (74/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (74/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Samsung Galaxy A27 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Exynos 1480 | |
| AnTuTu | 2809170 | 849080 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 1140 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 3346 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 204 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $299 |
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Samsung Galaxy A27 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Samsung Galaxy A27 5G by 230.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $49. Redmi Turbo 5 was $49 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (80/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (74/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (74/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is a better fit for everyday use.