Redmi Turbo 5 vs Xiaomi 12 Lite
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 12 Lite (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $250 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 55/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 781,542); the Xiaomi 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (173g vs 204g).
Redmi Turbo 5
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 781542
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $370
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 204g
- Better camera (49/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Xiaomi 12 Lite, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 12 points higher (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite leads (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100, Xiaomi 12 Lite — 50/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (80/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (74/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Xiaomi 12 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | 2809170 | 781542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 159.3×73.7×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $370 |
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Xiaomi 12 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Xiaomi 12 Lite by 259.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $120. Redmi Turbo 5 was $120 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (80/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (74/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12 Lite — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 12 Lite — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Xiaomi 12 Lite leads on camera score (49/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.