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).
Redmi Turbo 5
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 29.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $749. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $749.
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).
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.