Redmi Turbo 5 vs Xiaomi 15T

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 15T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra; estimated prices are $250 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 52/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 1,915,524).

The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Xiaomi 15T by just 2 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 15T
Performance 30
Display 100
Camera 55
Battery 54
Design 57
Value for money 79
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 1915524
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 6100
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $449

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15T better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1579 vs 1553
  • Lighter: 194g vs 204g

  • Better camera (55/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Xiaomi 15T, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 2 points higher (54/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T leads (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 79/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 15T is a bit better (57/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (93/100 vs 79/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 15T: The Xiaomi 15T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Xiaomi 15T
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra
AnTuTu 2809170 1915524
Geekbench Single 1553 1579
Geekbench Multi 6403 6100
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2756x1268 2712x1220
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 100W 67W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 163.2×78.0×7.5 mm
Weight 204 g 194 g
Price $250 $449
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Xiaomi 15T
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
55
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 15T
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Xiaomi 15T
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Xiaomi 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100
2809170 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 15T MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra
52/100 -46.7%
1915524 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Xiaomi 15T by 46.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Xiaomi 15T
$449

Price difference: $199. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $199.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (55/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (72/100 vs 54/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 15T is a bit better (57/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (93/100 vs 79/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 15T?

The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Xiaomi 15T by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 15T?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 15T — 52/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 15T?

The Xiaomi 15T leads on camera score (55/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 15T?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Xiaomi 15T?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.