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; estimated prices are $250 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 33/100 (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 (2,809,170 vs 560,863); the Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 219g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s by 21 points (54/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
Vivo Y500s
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 57
Design 26
Value for money 94
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 560863
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 923
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2249
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • Lighter: 204g vs 219g

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Vivo Y500s better?
  • Cheaper: $230 vs $250

  • Better value for money (94/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Vivo Y500s, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 21 points higher (54/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500s (72/100 vs 57/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500s (45/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500s and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y500s: The Vivo Y500s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Vivo Y500s
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
AnTuTu 2809170 560863
Geekbench Single 1553 923
Geekbench Multi 6403 2249
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
Price $250 $230
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo Y500s
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y500s
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Vivo Y500s
  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
57
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Vivo Y500s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100
2809170 AnTuTu
Vivo Y500s Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
33/100 -400.9%
560863 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Vivo Y500s by 400.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Vivo Y500s
$230

Price difference: $20. Vivo Y500s is cheaper by $20.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (43/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500s (72/100 vs 57/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500s (45/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500s and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).

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 (54/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Vivo Y500s?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo Y500s — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo Y500s?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Vivo Y500s?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Vivo Y500s?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y500s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.