Beijing, October 29 (Udaipur Kiran): Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi is reportedly gearing up to launch its next mid-range powerhouse — the Redmi Turbo 5 — next year as the successor to the Redmi Turbo 4. Early leaks suggest the upcoming smartphone will bring major upgrades in design, battery, and performance.
Redmi Turbo 5: Expected Specifications
According to tipster Digital Chat Station, as reported by Gizmochina, the Redmi Turbo 5 may feature a 6.5-inch LTPS flat display with 1.5K resolution, slightly smaller than the 6.67-inch panel on the Turbo 4. The display is also expected to offer improved efficiency and visual sharpness.
Powering the handset could be a MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra chipset, paired with an in-display optical fingerprint scanner and possibly an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance — a premium feature rarely seen in Redmi’s mid-range lineup.
The upcoming Turbo 5 is said to pack a massive 7,500mAh battery with support for 100W wired fast charging, a significant leap from the 6,550mAh battery and 90W charging found in the Turbo 4.
The phone is also tipped to feature a metal frame, adding a more premium feel to its design. Globally, the Redmi Turbo 5 could debut as the Poco X8 Pro, following the rebranding pattern seen in previous generations.
Expected Launch Timeline
Reports indicate that the Redmi Turbo 5 could launch in early 2026 in China. Earlier leaks had suggested a 6.6-inch screen, but the latest information narrows it down to 6.5 inches with LTPS technology.
Predecessor: Redmi Turbo 4 Overview
The Redmi Turbo 4, launched in January 2025, came with a 6.67-inch 1.5K display offering 120Hz refresh rate, 1,920Hz PWM dimming, and up to 3,200 nits peak brightness. It was powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8400-Ultra SoC, paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB UFS 4.0 storage.
For optics, the Turbo 4 featured a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-600 primary sensor with OIS and an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera, along with a 20-megapixel selfie shooter.
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