Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 in battery capacity (up to 9000 mAh vs 7560 mAh) and display size (6.83" vs 6.59"), while the Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper and lighter. With two wins each and three tied categories, the overall spec count is a tie.
- Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max — 2 wins
- Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 — 2 wins
- 3 ties
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5
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| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.83" AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 2000 nits (HBM), 3500 nits (peak) | 6.59" AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid, 3500 nits (peak), 1268 x 2756 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) |
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 9500s (3 nm) (Octa-core (1x3.73 GHz Cortex-X925 & 3x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A720)) | Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Ultra (4 nm) Octa-core (1x3.4 GHz Cortex-A725 & 3x3.2 GHz Cortex-A725 & 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A725) |
| GPU | Immortalis-G925 MC12 | Mali-G720 MC8 |
| RAM | 12GB RAM | 12GB RAM, 16GB RAM |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| Main Camera | 50 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS; 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm; 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/4" | Main Camera: 50 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm | Selfie Camera: 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/4" |
| Battery | Si/C Li-Ion 8500 mAh or 9000 mAh (market/region dependent) | Si/C Li-Ion 7560 mAh |
| Operating System | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5, Auracast, ASHA; GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a+B2b), GALILEO (E1+E5a+E5b), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L1+L5), GLONASS; NFC (market/region dependent); USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Bluetooth: 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5, Auracast, ASHA, MIHC | GPS: GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5), GLONASS | NFC: Yes | Radio: No | USB: USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 218g, 8.2mm thickness | 8.2mm thickness |
| Weight | 218g | 204g |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Features | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity; IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP69K (market/region dependent) | Sensors: Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity | Build: Glass front, aluminum frame |
| Price | ₱28,826 | ₱18,158 |
Which should you buy?
Choose the Poco X8 Pro Max if you prioritize longer battery life and a larger screen; opt for the Redmi Turbo 5 if you want a lower price and lighter handset.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max worth it over the Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5?
It depends on your priorities: the Poco X8 Pro Max offers a bigger battery and larger display, but the Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper and lighter, making it a better fit for budget‑focused buyers.
Which has the better camera?
Both devices have identical main camera specs (50 MP wide, 8 MP ultrawide, 20 MP selfie), so they are tied in camera performance.
Which has the longer battery life?
The Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max wins with a larger 8500‑9000 mAh battery compared to the Redmi Turbo 5’s 7560 mAh cell.
Which is better value for money?
The Redmi Turbo 5 offers better value for money due to its lower price (₱18,158) while matching the Poco X8 Pro Max on memory, storage, and camera.