Redmi Turbo 5 vs Sony Xperia XA2

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Sony Xperia XA2 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 630; launch prices were $250 and $349. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 21/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 23 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 215,323); the Sony Xperia XA2 is noticeably lighter (171g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 by 46 points (67/100 vs 21/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 86
Sony Xperia XA2
Performance 15
Display 44
Camera 15
Battery 12
Portability 60
Value for money 0
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 215323
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 181
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 960
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 23MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $349

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 15/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Sony Xperia XA2 better?
  • Lighter: 171g vs 204g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Sony Xperia XA2, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 46 points higher (67/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100, Sony Xperia XA2 — 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 Sony Xperia XA2 (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (74/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XA2 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Sony Xperia XA2: The Sony Xperia XA2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Sony Xperia XA2
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Snapdragon 630
AnTuTu 2809170 215323
Geekbench Single 1553 181
Geekbench Multi 6403 960
Display 6.6" AMOLED 5.2" IPS LCD
Resolution 2756x1268 1080x1920
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 3300 mAh
Charging 100W 18W
Main camera 50 MP 23 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 3GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 32GB
OS Android 16 Android 8.0
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 142.0×70.0×9.7 mm
Weight 204 g 171 g
Launch price $250 $349
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Sony Xperia XA2
  • Main: 23MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 8MP
15
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Sony Xperia XA2
  • 5.2" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x1920
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
44
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Sony Xperia XA2
  • 3300 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Sony Xperia XA2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
67/100
2809170 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia XA2 Snapdragon 630
21/100 -1204.6%
215323 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Sony Xperia XA2 by 1204.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Sony Xperia XA2
$349

Launch price difference: $99. Redmi Turbo 5 was $99 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (80/100 vs 15/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (85/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (37/100 vs 15/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (74/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XA2 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Sony Xperia XA2?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 by 46 points (67/100 vs 21/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Sony Xperia XA2?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Sony Xperia XA2 — 21/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Sony Xperia XA2?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 15/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Sony Xperia XA2?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 15/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Sony Xperia XA2?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia XA2 is a better fit for everyday use.