Redmi Turbo 5 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 30/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 24 points (54/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 204g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 24 points higher (54/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 42/100). 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 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (72/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (65/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 2809170
Geekbench Single 1553
Geekbench Multi 6403
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2756x1268 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 204 g 188 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (43/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (72/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (65/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 24 points (54/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.