Redmi Turbo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $250 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 66/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 2,112,047).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $999
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 6405
- Lighter: 190g vs 204g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 4 points higher (70/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (72/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 33.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $749. Redmi Turbo 5 was $749 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (74/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (72/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.