Redmi Turbo 5 vs ZTE Blade A52 Lite

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 7/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite doesn't; the ZTE Blade A52 Lite is noticeably lighter (188g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 47 points (54/100 vs 7/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A52 Lite better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 204g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the ZTE Blade A52 Lite, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 47 points higher (54/100 vs 7/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 12/100). 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 Blade A52 Lite (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (65/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (93/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade A52 Lite: The ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 2809170
Geekbench Single 1553
Geekbench Multi 6403
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 2756x1268 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 2GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 32GB
OS Android 16 Android 11 (Go edition)
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 204 g 188 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (43/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (32/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (72/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (65/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 47 points (54/100 vs 7/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite — 7/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

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

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.