Redmi Turbo 5 vs ZTE Axon 50 Lite

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (2023) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 16/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite by 38 points (54/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 5W

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Lite better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the ZTE Axon 50 Lite, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 38 points higher (54/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (72/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Lite is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (93/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Axon 50 Lite: The ZTE Axon 50 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 ZTE Axon 50 Lite
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 2809170
Geekbench Single 1553
Geekbench Multi 6403
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 2756x1268
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 5W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 13 Tiramisu
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 165.0×76.1×8.4 mm
Weight 204 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: —
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
  • 6.6"
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
ZTE Axon 50 Lite
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (43/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (72/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Lite is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the ZTE Axon 50 Lite?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Lite by 38 points (54/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the ZTE Axon 50 Lite?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Lite — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the ZTE Axon 50 Lite?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the ZTE Axon 50 Lite?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the ZTE Axon 50 Lite?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 50 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.