Xiaomi’s performance-driven sub-brand, Redmi, is shifting gears into high-performance territory. A recent benchmark run for the Redmi Turbo 5 Pro Max (under model number 2602BRT18C) has effectively unmasked a brand-new MediaTek chipset before its official launch. This "Pro Max" branding is a first for the Turbo series, suggesting a significant step up in raw hardware power compared to the standard and Pro models we saw last year.
Key points
- The Redmi Turbo 5 Pro Max (2602BRT18C) scored 2,656/8,377 on Geekbench.
- It features the unannounced MediaTek Dimensity 9500s with a 3.73GHz prime core.
- Renders show a new horizontal oval camera module, moving away from vertical designs.
- The device is expected to be rebranded globally as the Poco X8 Pro Max.
- Leaks suggest a massive 9,000mAh battery and high-wattage fast charging.
The Benchmarks: MediaTek’s 3.73GHz Statement
The Geekbench results are, frankly, staggering. The device pulled a single-core score of 2,656 and a multi-core score of 8,377. While the listing doesn't explicitly name the chip, the architecture is a dead giveaway for the rumored Dimensity 9500s.
- The Prime Core: Screaming at a massive 3.73GHz, this core is designed to handle the most demanding mobile games and AI rendering tasks.
- The GPU: It utilizes the Immortalis-G925 MC12, a powerhouse that promises a massive leap in hardware-accelerated ray tracing.
- Architecture: The "1+3+4" setup is clearly tuned for efficiency under load, aiming to beat the thermal throttling issues often seen in high-clocked Snapdragon rivals.
Design Reset: Oval Modules and Slim Bezels
The leaked renders accompanying the Geekbench run suggest a total aesthetic pivot. Redmi is ditching the vertical camera stacks from the Turbo 4 lineup. Instead, we see a horizontal, oval camera module centered on the upper back. This island houses two large sensors, likely a 50MP main with OIS and a dedicated portrait lens. The front of the phone is dominated by a flat 1.5K OLED panel with symmetrical, razor-thin bezels—a look usually reserved for the most expensive flagships.
Global Outlook: The Poco X8 Connection
As is tradition with Redmi’s Turbo series, this phone will not remain a China exclusive for long. Historically, Turbo models are rebranded for the global market under the Poco umbrella. This specific Pro Max variant is almost certainly destined to become the Poco X8 Pro Max for international audiences. This move would position Poco as a dominant force in the "flagship killer" segment for the upcoming release cycle.
Battery and Endurance Speculation
While Geekbench focuses on CPU cycles, insiders suggest the "Max" in the name refers to the power cell. We are hearing whispers of a 9,000mAh silicon-carbon battery. If Xiaomi manages to keep the weight under 210g while offering that much capacity, it will essentially reset the industry standard for endurance. Pairing that with 100W or 120W wired fast charging makes this one of the most anticipated releases of the quarter.
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