New Leak Reveals Redmi Turbo 5 Could Be a Battery Beast

Xiaomi’s lineup for 2026 is starting to take shape, and the latest news has fans of long battery life very excited. New details about the Redmi Turbo 5 have popped up in global databases, giving us a clearer look at what’s coming. It looks like this phone won't just be another mid-range release; it’s aiming to set a whole new bar for how long a phone can last on a single charge.

For a long time, Xiaomi has followed a simple pattern: a phone launches as a "REDMI" in China and then gets rebranded as a "POCO" for the rest of the world. However, new model numbers found in recent leaks suggest that things might be changing. It appears Xiaomi might sell both the Redmi Turbo 5 and the POCO X8 Pro in the same markets at the same time. This would be a big shift in strategy, giving buyers more options but also creating a bit of friendly competition between the two sub-brands.

The most talked-about rumour is the battery. While most high-end phones today hover around 5000mAh, the REDMI Turbo 5 is rumoured to pack a massive 9000mAh battery. To keep you from waiting hours to charge it, the phone is expected to support 100W fast charging. If these numbers hold up, it would be like carrying a portable power bank inside your phone. Under the hood, the device is expected to run on a high-end MediaTek Dimensity chip, which should provide plenty of power for gaming and multitasking without draining that huge battery too quickly.

The phone is also getting a more high-end feel. Instead of the usual plastic, early reports say the Turbo 5 will switch to a tough metal frame. It is also expected to have a 1.5K flat screen, which is great for anyone who wants a super sharp display without the annoying glare you get from curved edges. On top of that, it might be fully waterproof, so you won’t have to worry as much about accidental spills or using it in the rain.

While the older REDMI Turbo 4 was a solid phone with its Snapdragon chip, the Turbo 5 is a huge step up. It's expected to hit stores in China around February 2026, with a global release coming right after. For anyone tired of charging their phone twice a day, this looks like the device to watch in the coming year.