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; estimated prices are $250 and $799. Both devices score the same overall rating of 54/100. Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 2,809,170); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 204g).
Redmi Turbo 5
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $250 vs $799
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 2809170
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6403
- Lighter: 162g vs 204g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 45/100)
The Redmi Turbo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 received the same MobileRank rating — 54/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (64/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (72/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2809170 | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | |
| Price | $250 | $799 |
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 1.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $549. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $549.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (64/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (72/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
Both devices scored 54/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S26.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.