Redmi Turbo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $250 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 45/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 1,436,963).

The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Performance 20
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 27
Design 38
Value for money 69
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 1436963
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 4453
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
  • Lighter: 204g vs 209g
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $599

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 20/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 1553

  • Better camera (63/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 9 points higher (54/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (43/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (63/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (72/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (93/100 vs 69/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE: The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 2809170 1436963
Geekbench Single 1553 1675
Geekbench Multi 6403 4453
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2756x1268 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 100W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 127
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 10 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1450 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm
Weight 204 g 209 g
Price $250 $599
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 10MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
27
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100
2809170 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
45/100 -95.5%
1436963 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 95.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
$599

Price difference: $349. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $349.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (43/100 vs 20/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (63/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (72/100 vs 27/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (93/100 vs 69/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 45/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 20/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for everyday use.