Redmi Turbo 5 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $250 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 66/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7560); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 2,112,047); the Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $799
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7560 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 22 points higher (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (90/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (55/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 204 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 42.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $549. Redmi Turbo 5 was $549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (90/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (55/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 by 22 points (88/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.