Redmi Turbo 5 vs Xiaomi 12
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $250 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 45/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 204g).
Redmi Turbo 5
Xiaomi 12
- Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Cheaper: $250 vs $750
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 19/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 45/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 58/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 1553
- Lighter: 180g vs 204g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 45/100)
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Xiaomi 12, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 9 points higher (54/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (43/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (72/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (75/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (93/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2809170 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 180 g | |
| Price | $250 | $750 |
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Xiaomi 12 by 112.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $500. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $500.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (43/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (52/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (72/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (75/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (93/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Xiaomi 12 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Xiaomi 12 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use.