Redmi Turbo 5 vs Sony Xperia 1 VII

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $250 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads — 59/100 vs 54/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VII is faster in AnTuTu (2,994,112 vs 2,809,170).

The Sony Xperia 1 VII edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 by just 5 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
Sony Xperia 1 VII
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 41
Design 53
Value for money 21
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $1295

  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 21/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VII better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2994112 vs 2809170
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3094 vs 1553
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9293 vs 6403
  • Lighter: 197g vs 204g

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (48/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 5 points higher (59/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (72/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (93/100 vs 21/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Sony Xperia 1 VII: The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Sony Xperia 1 VII
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 2809170 2994112
Geekbench Single 1553 3094
Geekbench Multi 6403 9293
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 2756x1268 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 30W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 48 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 20 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm
Weight 204 g 197 g
Price $250 $1295
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
48
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
41
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100
2809170 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 VII Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
59/100 +6.2%
2994112 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia 1 VII leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 6.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Sony Xperia 1 VII
$1295

Price difference: $1045. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $1045.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (68/100 vs 43/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (48/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (72/100 vs 41/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (93/100 vs 21/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Sony Xperia 1 VII edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 59/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on camera score (48/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on performance (68/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.