REDMI Turbo 5 Series Launching on January 29

Xiaomi has officially confirmed the launch date of its next performance-focused smartphone lineup, the REDMI Turbo 5 series. The new devices will debut in China on January 29, with sales starting the same day.

The launch event will also introduce REDMI Turbo 5 Max, REDMI Buds 8 Pro, and the REDMI Pad 2 Pro Harry Potter Edition, making it a major multi-product showcase for the brand.

REDMI Turbo 5 Max Takes Center Stage

Xiaomi Bets Big on Performance and Battery

The biggest highlight of the event is the REDMI Turbo 5 Max, which Xiaomi positions as a value-for-money powerhouse aimed at users who want flagship-level performance without a premium price tag.

Lu Weibing, head of Xiaomi’s smartphone division, stated that the Turbo 5 Max will be:

“the top pick in the 2.5K Yuan (around Rs 33,000) range for 2026”.

This suggests Xiaomi is targeting aggressive pricing while offering top-tier hardware.

REDMI Turbo 5 Max Battery and Charging Features

9000mAh Battery Debuts on a Xiaomi Smartphone

For the first time, Xiaomi is shipping a smartphone with a 9000mAh battery, setting a new benchmark for endurance in its lineup.

Charging Capabilities

• 100W fast charging with PPS support

• 27W reverse wired charging, allowing the phone to act as a power bank

Xiaomi claims this battery and charging combination can rival devices equipped with 10,000mAh batteries, significantly reducing battery anxiety for heavy users.

MediaTek Dimensity 9500s Chipset

Built on TSMC N3E Process

Powering the REDMI Turbo 5 Max is the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, manufactured using TSMC’s N3E process.

CPU and GPU Configuration

• 1× Cortex-X925 core at 3.73GHz

• 3× Cortex-X4 cores at 3.30GHz

• 4× Cortex-A720 cores at 2.40GHz

• Mali Immortalis-G925 MC12 GPU

This setup is designed to deliver high-end gaming performance, faster multitasking, and improved power efficiency.

Premium Design and New Colour Option

Flagship-Inspired Build

The Turbo 5 Max features:

• Large rounded corners

• Ultra-slim bezels

• CNC metal frame

• Fibreglass back panel

Camera Module and Colour

The rear camera module comes with a metallic racetrack design and a double-ring turbine light strip. Xiaomi is also introducing a fresh Sea Breeze Blue colour option.

REDMI Buds 8 Pro Launched Alongside Turbo 5 Series

Audio Hardware and Features

The REDMI Buds 8 Pro bring major upgrades in sound quality and noise cancellation:

Driver Setup

• Dual 6.7mm piezoelectric ceramic drivers

• 11mm titanium-plated dynamic driver

Audio and Noise Cancellation

• MIHC codec support

• LHDC-V5

• Hi-Res Wireless Audio

• Up to 55dB ultra-wideband active noise cancellation with smart environmental tuning

REDMI Pad 2 Pro Harry Potter Edition

A Special Collector’s Edition Tablet

Xiaomi is also unveiling the REDMI Pad 2 Pro Harry Potter Edition, featuring:

• Hogwarts-themed custom UI elements

• Special engraving

• A themed storage bag inspired by the wizarding world

This edition is aimed at fans and collectors looking for a unique design twist.

What to Expect From the January 29 Launch

• REDMI Turbo 5 Max with record-breaking battery

• New Dimensity 9500s chipset debut

• Premium design at a mid-range price

• Upgraded audio with Buds 8 Pro

• A pop-culture-inspired Pad 2 Pro variant