Redmi Turbo 5 vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. 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 main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't.

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 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 Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 204g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?

  • Overall rating 16/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Turbo 5 vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, 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 "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (32/100 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 Blade V50S 2023 (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (72/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (45/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Turbo 5 ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 2809170
Geekbench Single 1553
Geekbench Multi 6403
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 2756x1268 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 204 g 207 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Turbo 5
$250
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (43/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (32/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (72/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (45/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 38 points (54/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Turbo 5 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Redmi Turbo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Turbo 5 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

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 V50S 2023?

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

Should you choose the Redmi Turbo 5 over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.