Redmi Turbo 5 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $250 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 66/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 2,112,047); the Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 204g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $1639
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 6405
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 20 points higher (86/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, Xiaomi 18 Fold — 80/100; 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 18 Fold notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (99/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 59.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1389. Redmi Turbo 5 was $1389 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (99/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (85/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 by 20 points (86/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.