Redmi Turbo 5 vs Vivo Y500s
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Vivo Y500s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $250 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 66/100 vs 45/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7200); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,112,047 vs 568,395); the Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Vivo Y500s
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2112047 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Lighter: 204g vs 219g
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y500s better?
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $250
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Vivo Y500s, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 21 points higher (66/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, Vivo Y500s — 44/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Vivo Y500s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y500s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500s
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500s
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Vivo Y500s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Vivo Y500s by 271.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Vivo Y500s was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (77/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (85/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo Y500s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s by 21 points (66/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Vivo Y500s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo Y500s — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo Y500s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo Y500s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (77/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Vivo Y500s?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.