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| The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is IP69K certified against dust and water. |
SHENZHEN, China — The smartphone battlefield just got a new heavyweight contender. As promised in its tantalizing pre-launch campaign, Xiaomi has officially taken the wraps off its Redmi Turbo series in China, with the top-tier Redmi Turbo 5 Max emerging as a sheer powerhouse designed to dominate in performance and endurance.
While the company also introduced the standard Redmi Turbo 5, it’s the Max variant that commands attention, packing specs that seem to push the boundaries of the upper-mid-range segment.
At Its Heart: The Cutting-Edge Dimensity 9500s
The centerpiece of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is its engine: the newly unveiled MediaTek Dimensity 9500s platform. Built on an advanced 3nm process, this chipset is engineered for efficiency and raw power. It features a formidable CPU configuration with one prime Cortex-X925 core, three performance-focused Cortex-X4 cores, and four efficiency-minded Cortex-A720 cores.
Graphics are handled by the Immortalis-G925 MC12 GPU, promising significant gains in gaming and visual tasks. Rounding out the silicon trifecta is the integrated MediaTek NPU 890, accelerating on-device AI capabilities for smarter photography, voice assistance, and more.
Xiaomi has paired this flagship-grade processor with speedy LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 flash storage, ensuring that everything from app launches to file transfers feels instantaneous.
The Marathon Runner's Battery
If the chipset is the brain, the battery is the brawn. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max addresses a key user pain point—all-day anxiety—head-on with a colossal 9,000 mAh battery. This is one of the largest capacities seen in a mainstream smartphone, potentially translating to multi-day usage for many.
When you do need to refuel, Xiaomi’s 100W wired fast charging is on standby to power up the massive cell in a remarkably short time, getting you back to full throttle with minimal downtime.
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| The Redmi Turbo 5 Max offers up to 3,500 nits peak brightness. |
A Display Built for Comfort and Clarity
Media consumption and gaming are served well by the device’s large, flat 6.83-inch AMOLED display. With a sharp 2,772 x 1,280-pixel resolution and a buttery-smooth 120Hz refresh rate, scrolling and animations should be a delight.
Xiaomi has also prioritized eye comfort. The screen supports both 3,840 Hz PWM dimming and DC dimming—technologies aimed at reducing flicker and strain, especially in low-light conditions, making it easier on the eyes during those late-night browsing sessions.
Camera Capabilities: Focused on the Main Event
The camera system takes a practical approach, led by a 50 MP primary sensor (dubbed the Light Hunted 600), which is expected to capture detailed and vibrant shots in good light. It’s joined by an 8 MP ultra-wide-angle lens for capturing expansive scenes. For selfies and video calls, a 20 MP front-facing camera is tucked into the display.
Pricing, Availability, and Global Prospects
Xiaomi is attacking the market with aggressive pricing. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max starts at an enticing CNY 2,199 (approximately $317) for the model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. For those needing more, a top configuration with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage is available for CNY 2,799 (roughly $403).
As of now, the launch is confined to China. However, if Xiaomi’s past strategy is any indication, global audiences likely won’t be left out. Industry watchers strongly speculate that the Redmi Turbo 5 Max will rebadge and launch internationally later this year as the Poco X8 Pro Max.
This would represent a major generational leap over the current Poco X7 Pro, which is available globally. For a sense of the upgrade, you can check out its predecessor, the Poco X7 Pro, on platforms like Amazon. This gives a clear benchmark for the performance and feature explosion the Turbo 5 Max (or X8 Pro Max) promises to deliver.
For full official specifications and direct purchase options in China, visit the Xiaomi product page for the Redmi Turbo 5 Max.
Source: Xiaomi
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| The Redmi Turbo 5 Max also comes in a choice of four colours. |