Redmi Turbo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy A5 2017

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880; launch prices were $250 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 18/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 by 49 points (67/100 vs 18/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 86
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
Performance 1
Display 51
Camera 14
Battery 15
Portability 84
Value for money 0
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 175
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 760
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $380

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 14/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 better?
  • Lighter: 157g vs 204g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 49 points higher (67/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 — 0/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (80/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (74/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (84/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017: The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Samsung Exynos 7880
AnTuTu 2809170
Geekbench Single 1553 175
Geekbench Multi 6403 760
Display 6.6" AMOLED 5.2" AMOLED
Resolution 2756x1268
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 3000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 16 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 3GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 32GB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 146.1×71.4×7.9 mm
Weight 204 g 157 g
Launch price $250 $380
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
  • Main: 16MP
  • Front: 16MP
14
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
  • 5.2" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
51
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
  • 3000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
15
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
$380

Launch price difference: $130. Redmi Turbo 5 was $130 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (80/100 vs 1/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (85/100 vs 51/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (37/100 vs 14/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (74/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (84/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 by 49 points (67/100 vs 18/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 — 18/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 14/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is a better fit for everyday use.