Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) vs Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5
Quick Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 has better RAM than Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB). In terms of display resolution, Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 has better resolution of 2756 x 1268 than Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) which has resolution of 2392 x 1080. Both have the same amount of internal memory.
| Name | Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.77 in | 6.59 in |
| Internal Memory | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 7560 mAh |
| Camera | 50 MP + 2 MP Dual | 50 MP + 8 MP Dual |
| Price | Rs. 19736 | Rs. 29990 |
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Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is January 08, 2026. The cost of Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) is Rs. 19736. The launch Date of the second phone is January 29, 2026. The Expected cost of Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 is Rs. 29990.
Display comparison
Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has larger screen size of 6.77 inches in comparison to Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5's 6.59 inch screen. Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has IPS LCD Screen type where as Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 has AMOLED Screen type. Xiaomi's phone has display density of 460 PPI & Poco's phone has only 393 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Xiaomi's phone has better screen to body ratio of ~ 89.8% than Poco's phone ~ 89.06%. Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has 20.5:9 aspect ratio where as Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 has 20.1:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5's larger 12 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s lower 8 GB RAM. and both have same Internal Memory of 256 GB.
Camera comparison
They both have the same 50 MP + 2 MP Dual Rear Camera. Both of them stand equal in terms of Front Camera Resolution as both have 20 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 15 and the second one on 16 version.
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| Name | Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 |
| General | ||
| Model | M8 | Turbo 5 |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| OS Updates | 4 years | |
| Security Updates | 6 years | |
| Release Date | January 08, 2026 | January 29, 2026 |
| In The Box | 1 x Handset, 1 x Adapter, 1 x Type-C USB Cable, 1 x Sim Eject Tool, 1 x Protective Case, 1 x Quick Start Guide, 1 x Warranty Card | |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 75.42 x 164 x 7.35 mm | 75.2 x 157.5 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 178 g | 204 g |
| Bezel less | No | No |
| Colors | Black, White, Mint | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color IPS LCD Screen (68B) | Color AMOLED Screen (1B Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 6.77 inches, 1080 x 2392 pixels, 120 Hz | 6.59 inches, 1268 x 2756 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.5:9 | 20.1:9 |
| PPI | ~ 393 PPI | ~ 460 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 89.06% | ~ 89.8% |
| Features | 2100nits | 4000 nits (peak) |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 12 GB Extra Virtual RAM | |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS | |
| Card Slot | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB | |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G Bands | SA: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28/n40/n78, NSA: n1/n3/n40/n78/n8 | |
| VoLTE | Yes | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 7 | |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE | Yes, v5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX, LHDC 5 |
| USB | Yes, USB-C | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
| USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging | USB on-the-go |
| IR Blaster | Yes | Yes |
| Performance | ||
| AnTuTu Score | 826,000 (Total) (v10) | |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side | Yes, In Display |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, E-Compass, Accelerometer, Gyroscope | Accelerometer, Gyro, Compass, Proximity |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | No |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 1.5 m upto 30 min | |
| Splash Resistant | Yes | |
| IP Rating | IP65/IP66 | IP68 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 2 MP (Depth Sensor) | 50 MP ƒ/1.5 (Wide Angle) 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) |
| OIS | Yes | |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Photo Mode, Video, Portrait Mode, Google Lens | HDR, panorama |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 4K, 1080p |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 20 MP (Wide Angle) Punch Hole | 20 MP ƒ/2.2 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v15 | Android v16 |
| Custom UI | HyperOS 3 | |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen3 | Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Ultra |
| CPU | Octa Core Processor | 3.4 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| GPU | Mali-G720 MC8 | |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | Yes |
| Video | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos | |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5520 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 7560 mAh, Si/C |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 45W Fast Charging | Yes, 100W Fast charging |
| Reverse Charging | Yes, 18W | Yes, 27W |