Redmi Turbo 5 vs Xiaomi 12 Pro

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 47/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4600); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 1,305,466).

The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Xiaomi 12 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 64
Battery 51
Design 45
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 1305466
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 4453
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4600 mAh

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 18/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 1553
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 100W

  • Better camera (64/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Xiaomi 12 Pro, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 7 points higher (54/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (64/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (43/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (64/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (72/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100. In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 12 Pro: The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Xiaomi 12 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 2809170 1305466
Geekbench Single 1553 1675
Geekbench Multi 6403 4453
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2756x1268 1440x3200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 4600 mAh
Charging 100W 120W
DXOMark (camera) 129
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm
Weight 204 g 204 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Xiaomi 12 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
64
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12 Pro
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Xiaomi 12 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Xiaomi 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100
2809170 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
47/100 -115.2%
1305466 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 115.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (43/100 vs 18/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (64/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (72/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Xiaomi 12 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro — 47/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Xiaomi 12 Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 18/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Xiaomi 12 Pro?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.