Redmi Turbo 5 vs Tecno Spark 10C

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Tecno Spark 10C (2023) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $250 and $100. 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 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 153,667); the Redmi Turbo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 10C doesn't; the Tecno Spark 10C is noticeably lighter (189g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C 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
Tecno Spark 10C
Performance 9
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money 26
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 153667
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 205
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 846
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 9/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 10C better?
  • Lighter: 189g vs 204g
  • Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $250

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

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Tecno Spark 10C, 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 9/100). 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 43/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100, Tecno Spark 10C — 26/100; 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 Tecno Spark 10C (80/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 10C 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.
Tecno Spark 10C: The Tecno Spark 10C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Tecno Spark 10C
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Unisoc SC9863A
AnTuTu 2809170 153667
Geekbench Single 1553 205
Geekbench Multi 6403 846
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2756x1268 720x1612
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 18W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 4GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 16 Android, HIOS 8.6
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 163.9×75.5×8.5 mm
Weight 204 g 189 g
Launch price $250 $100
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Tecno Spark 10C
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Tecno Spark 10C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Tecno Spark 10C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Tecno Spark 10C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
67/100
2809170 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 10C Unisoc SC9863A
21/100 -1728.1%
153667 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Tecno Spark 10C by 1728.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Tecno Spark 10C
$100

Launch price difference: $150. Tecno Spark 10C was $150 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (80/100 vs 9/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (85/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (37/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (74/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 10C is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C by 46 points (67/100 vs 21/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Tecno Spark 10C — 21/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 9/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 10C is a better fit for everyday use.