Redmi Turbo 5 vs Vivo S30 Pro Mini
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Vivo S30 Pro Mini (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+; launch prices were $250 and $445. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini leads — 75/100 vs 66/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo S30 Pro Mini is faster in AnTuTu (2,316,832 vs 2,112,047); the Vivo S30 Pro Mini is noticeably lighter (186g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Vivo S30 Pro Mini
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $445
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo S30 Pro Mini better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2316832 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 2249 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7352 vs 6405
- Lighter: 186g vs 204g
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Vivo S30 Pro Mini, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini scores 9 points higher (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini leads (64/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, Vivo S30 Pro Mini — 74/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini 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 S30 Pro Mini notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Vivo S30 Pro Mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 2316832 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 7352 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $445 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S30 Pro Mini
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S30 Pro Mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S30 Pro Mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Vivo S30 Pro Mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo S30 Pro Mini leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 8.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $195. Redmi Turbo 5 was $195 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini 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 S30 Pro Mini notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (64/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo S30 Pro Mini?
The Vivo S30 Pro Mini edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Vivo S30 Pro Mini?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo S30 Pro Mini — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo S30 Pro Mini?
The Vivo S30 Pro Mini leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo S30 Pro Mini?
The Vivo S30 Pro Mini leads on performance (83/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Vivo S30 Pro Mini?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S30 Pro Mini is a better fit for gamers and power users.