Redmi Turbo 5 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $250 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 66/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 2,112,047); the Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 204g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $999
- Better portability (55/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 23 points higher (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (93/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (55/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 41.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $749. Redmi Turbo 5 was $749 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (93/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (55/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 by 23 points (89/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.