Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi is set to unveil the Redmi Turbo 5 series in China on January 29, 2026, marking the arrival of two powerful smartphones: the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max. The series promises cutting-edge performance, premium displays, and massive battery capacity, catering to tech enthusiasts and mobile gamers alike.
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max will be the first phone powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset, delivering top-tier processing speed and efficiency. It features an M10 OLED display with peak brightness of 3,500 nits, 3840Hz PWM dimming, DC dimming, and advanced eye protection technology. The device also comes with an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor that is 30 percent faster than conventional sensors, enhancing both security and user convenience.
Performance benchmarks suggest the Turbo 5 Max will score over 3.61 million points on AnTuTu, supported by LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and UFS 4.1 storage for smooth multitasking and fast app launches. Photography enthusiasts will benefit from a dual rear camera setup, highlighted by a Light Hunter 600 primary sensor with optical image stabilization and dual Wi-Fi acceleration for stable connectivity.
Battery life is a standout feature, with a massive 9,000mAh silicon-carbon battery supporting 100W wired charging and 27W reverse wired charging. The battery is engineered with 16 percent silicon content and supports 100W PPS technology, ensuring rapid charging and long-lasting power for demanding users. Alongside the phones, Xiaomi will also launch the Redmi Buds 8 Pro and the Redmi Pad 2 Pro Harry Potter Edition, expanding the ecosystem for the upcoming device lineup.
Redmi Turbo 5 series China launch: January 29, 7pm local time. Features M10 OLED display Dimensity 9500s chipset 9000mAh battery dual rear cameras LPDDR5X Ultra RAM UFS 4.1 storage 3840Hz PWM DC dimming ultrasonic fingerprint sensor 100W wired charging 27W reverse charging Light Hunter 600 sensor OIS dual Wi-Fi acceleration Redmi Buds 8 Pro Redmi Pad 2 Pro Harry Potter Edition