Redmi Turbo 5 vs Vivo S50
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Vivo S50 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $250 and $390. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 leads — 72/100 vs 66/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,112,047 vs 1,794,400).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Vivo S50
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2112047 vs 1794400
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $390
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo S50 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1923 vs 1555
- Lighter: 196g vs 204g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Vivo S50, the Vivo S50 scores 6 points higher (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 leads (64/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, Vivo S50 — 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 Redmi Turbo 5 and the Vivo S50 are nearly equal (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 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 S50 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Vivo S50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 1794400 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 1260x2750 | |
| 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 157.5×74.3×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $390 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S50
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Vivo S50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Vivo S50 by 17.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $140. Redmi Turbo 5 was $140 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Vivo S50 are nearly equal (77/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 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 S50 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo S50?
The Vivo S50 edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Vivo S50?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo S50 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo S50?
The Vivo S50 leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Vivo S50?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S50 is a better fit for active users.