Redmi Turbo 5 vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 9/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 204g).
Redmi Turbo 5
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 204g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 45/100)
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 45 points higher (54/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (100/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 2809170 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (43/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (72/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (100/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 45 points (54/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.