Redmi Turbo 5 Max Launched: 9,000mAh Battery, Price, Specs & Comparison

Redmi is clearly done playing safe. With the launch of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and its sibling Turbo 5 in China, Xiaomi’s sub-brand has thrown a serious challenge at every performance phone under ₹40,000. A 9,000mAh battery in a slim, premium smartphone is not normal, and that’s exactly the point.

Launched during Redmi’s January event, both phones are already on sale via Xiaomi’s official China store. This looks like a specs-driven launch. In reality, it feels like Redmi making a loud statement: battery anxiety is officially outdated.

Redmi Turbo 5 Max price and availability details

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max starts at CNY 2,499 (around ₹33,000) for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. Pricing goes all the way up to CNY 3,299 (roughly ₹44,000) for the fully loaded 16GB + 512GB model.

Color options include the following:

• Auspicious Cloud White
• Sea Breeze Blue
• Shadow Black
• Sun Orange

The standard Turbo 5 is slightly cheaper, starting at CNY 2,299 (₹30,000 approx), making the Max version a clear upsell for power users.

Redmi Turbo 5 Max specifications 

Let’s get straight to the highlights. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max packs a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and a blinding 3,500 nits of peak brightness. This is flagship-level screen tech, no compromises.

Under the hood, it runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, built on a 3nm process with clock speeds up to 3.73GHz. Combined with up to 16GB LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.1 storage, this phone is clearly designed for sustained performance.

Add IP66, IP68, IP69 and even IP69K ratings, and you’re looking at one of the most rugged premium phones Redmi has ever shipped.

Redmi Turbo 5 Max battery life 

Here’s where the Redmi Turbo 5 Max truly separates itself. The massive 9,000mAh battery is not just marketing, it’s a genuine advantage.

• 100W wired fast charging
• 27W reverse wired charging
• Easily two days of heavy use

In my opinion, this single feature alone makes the Turbo 5 Max more practical than many so-called “flagship killers” that still ship with 5,000mAh batteries.

Redmi Turbo 5 Max camera performance 

Camera duties are handled by a 50MP Light Hunter 600 primary sensor with an f/1.5 aperture, paired with an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The front gets a 20MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

No, this isn’t a camera-first phone, but for its price, the output is reliable, sharp and social-media ready. Video recording maxes out at 1080p 60fps, which feels conservative, but acceptable for the target audience.

Redmi Turbo 5 Max vs iQOO Neo 9 Pro 

Right now, the most logical competitor of Redmi Turbo 5 Max is the iQOO Neo 9 Pro. Here’s the honest comparison:

If battery life and durability matter more than camera tuning, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is the smarter buy.

Redmi Turbo 5 Max final verdict

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max isn’t trying to be subtle, and that’s exactly why it works. This phone is for users who want raw power, insane battery life, and zero compromises on durability.

Redmi has shifted the conversation from “fast charging” to “why charge so often at all?” And honestly, that feels like the right move for 2026.

If this phone launches in India anywhere near its China pricing, competitors should be very, very nervous.

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