Redmi Turbo 5 vs Xiaomi 17
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $250 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 66/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 2,112,047).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Xiaomi 17
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $709
- Overall rating 66/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 6405
- Lighter: 191g vs 204g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 21 points higher (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, Xiaomi 17 — 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 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (95/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (87/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 35.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $459. Redmi Turbo 5 was $459 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (95/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (87/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 by 21 points (87/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.