Redmi Turbo 5 vs Vivo S16e

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Vivo S16e (2022) runs on the Exynos 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 49/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4600); the Vivo S16e is noticeably lighter (187g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Vivo S16e — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 86
Vivo S16e
Performance
Display 80
Camera 32
Battery 44
Portability 70
Value for money
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 66W

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Vivo S16e better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 204g

  • Better portability (70/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Vivo S16e, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 18 points higher (67/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (74/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (70/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo S16e: The Vivo S16e is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Vivo S16e
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Exynos 1080
AnTuTu 2809170
Geekbench Single 1553
Geekbench Multi 6403
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2756x1268 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 100W 66W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 11, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 162.5×75.8×7.7 mm
Weight 204 g 187 g
Launch price $250
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Vivo S16e
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Vivo S16e
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Vivo S16e
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Vivo S16e
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (74/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (70/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo S16e?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Vivo S16e — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Vivo S16e?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo S16e — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo S16e?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Vivo S16e?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S16e is a better fit for everyday use.