Redmi Turbo 5 Max debuts with Dimensity 9500s, 9,000mAh battery; Redmi Turbo 5 tags along

Redmi held a launch event in China to unveil the Redmi Turbo 5 and Turbo 5 Max. Like the previous-generation Turbo phones, these performance-focused flagship models pack powerful chipsets and big batteries, making them well-suited for gaming, heavy multitasking, and sustained performance use.

Speculation is rife that these devices may be rebranded as the Poco X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max, respectively, in India. Here’s a look at the specifications, features, and pricing of the Turbo 5 lineup.

Redmi Turbo 5, Turbo 5 Max: Specs and features

The Redmi Turbo 5 is the smaller model, featuring a 6.59-inch OLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. For security, it comes with an optical in-screen fingerprint sensor. The device is powered by the Dimensity 8500-Ultra chipset and backed by a 7,650mAh battery.

The Turbo 5 Max, on the other hand, sports a larger 6.83-inch OLED panel with the same resolution and refresh rate. It is equipped with an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor that works even with oily or wet fingers. Under the hood, the Turbo 5 Max packs the latest Dimensity 9500s SoC, coupled with Redmi’s largest battery to date, a massive 9,000mAh unit.

Both the Redmi Turbo 5 and Turbo 5 Max share several specifications, including 100W wired charging and 27W reverse charging. The phones feature a 20MP front camera and an OIS-enabled Sony LYT-600 50MP primary camera on the back, paired with an 8MP ultra-wide lens.

The Turbo 5 series runs HyperOS 3 based on Android 16. Other shared features include LPDDR5x Ultra RAM, UFS 4.1 storage, a 5,300mm² cooling system on the Turbo 5 and a 5,800mm² system on the Turbo 5 Max, an x-axis linear motor, dual speakers, and an IR blaster. In terms of durability, both devices feature a metal middle frame and carry IP66, IP68, and IP69K ratings, making them highly resistant to dust and water.

Redmi Turbo 5, Turbo 5 Max: Price and availability

The Redmi Turbo 5 and Turbo 5 Max are available in the same memory configurations, including 12GB+256GB, 16GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, and 16GB+512GB. The Turbo 5 starts at 1,999 CNY (around Rs 26,500) and comes in Cloud White, Shadow Black, and Sea Green colour options.

Meanwhile, the Turbo 5 Max begins at 2,199 CNY (around Rs 29,150) and is available in Sea Breeze Blue and Sunshine Orange, alongside black and white variants.

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