Redmi Turbo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $250 and $1199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads — 70/100 vs 67/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 1,681,378); the Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 234g).

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 86
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Performance 75
Display 88
Camera 73
Battery 56
Portability 29
Value for money 50
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 1681378
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 5311
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Lighter: 204g vs 234g
  • Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $1199

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 75/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better portability (55/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1553
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (73/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (88/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra scores 3 points higher (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 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 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (74/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 29/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
AnTuTu 2809170 1681378
Geekbench Single 1553 2004
Geekbench Multi 6403 5311
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2756x1268 1440x3088
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 140
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 20 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1750 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm
Weight 204 g 234 g
Launch price $250 $1199
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
73
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3088
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
88
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
56
battery
Overall performance score

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

Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
67/100
2809170 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
70/100 -67.1%
1681378 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 67.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
$1199

Launch price difference: $949. Redmi Turbo 5 was $949 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (73/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (74/100 vs 56/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 29/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

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

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 70/100.

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

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 37/100).

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

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 75/100).

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

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for active users.