Redmi Turbo 5 vs Vivo S21 Pro
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Vivo S21 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S21 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 66/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo S21 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,348,248 vs 2,112,047).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Vivo S21 Pro
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Vivo S21 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2348248 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 2249 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7352 vs 6405
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Vivo S21 Pro, the Vivo S21 Pro scores 13 points higher (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S21 Pro leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S21 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo S21 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Vivo S21 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 2348248 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 7352 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 204 g | — | |
| Launch price | $250 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S21 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S21 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Vivo S21 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo S21 Pro leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 10.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo S21 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo S21 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S21 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo S21 Pro?
The Vivo S21 Pro is noticeably better than the Redmi Turbo 5 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Vivo S21 Pro?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo S21 Pro — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo S21 Pro?
The Vivo S21 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo S21 Pro?
The Vivo S21 Pro leads on performance (83/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Vivo S21 Pro?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.