Redmi Turbo 5 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6; launch prices were $250 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 66/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,888,150 vs 2,112,047).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $845
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4888150 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 4301 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12490 vs 6405
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 204g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 26 points higher (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (87/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro — 98/100; 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 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Turbo 5 | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2112047 | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 12490 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Turbo 5 and Xiaomi 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 56.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $595. Redmi Turbo 5 was $595 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (100/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (100/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 by 26 points (92/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.