Redmi Turbo 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S8
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S8 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895; launch prices were $250 and $720. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 28/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 437,463); the Samsung Galaxy S8 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 204g).
Redmi Turbo 5
Samsung Galaxy S8
- Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 437463
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $720
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Lighter: 155g vs 204g
- Better portability (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy S8, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 39 points higher (67/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy S8 — 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 S8 (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (74/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Samsung Galaxy S8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 8895 | |
| AnTuTu | 2809170 | 437463 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 1445 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 5.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 155 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $720 |
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Samsung Galaxy S8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Samsung Galaxy S8 by 542.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $470. Redmi Turbo 5 was $470 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (80/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (85/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (74/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 by 39 points (67/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Samsung Galaxy S8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S8 — 28/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Samsung Galaxy S8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Samsung Galaxy S8?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S8 is a better fit for everyday use.