Redmi Turbo 5 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $250 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 54/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7500); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,809,170); the Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 by 30 points (84/100 vs 54/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 87
Battery 82
Design 26
Value for money 41
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7500 mAh
  • Lighter: 204g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $999

  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2809170
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1553
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 6403
  • Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (82/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 72/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (45/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (93/100 vs 41/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 2809170 3998145
Geekbench Single 1553 3640
Geekbench Multi 6403 11033
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2756x1268 1200x2608
Refresh rate 120 Hz 2160 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 100W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 159
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16, HyperOS 3
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm
Weight 204 g 219 g
Price $250 $999
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • 7500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
82
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100
2809170 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100 +29.7%
3998145 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 29.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
$999

Price difference: $749. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $749.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (92/100 vs 43/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (87/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (45/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (93/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 by 30 points (84/100 vs 54/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.