Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $1299 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 73/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 2,874,956); the Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably lighter (219g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2874956
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 8430
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 219g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 7 points higher (80/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 249 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Redmi K80 Ultra by 23.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $949. Redmi K80 Ultra was $949 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (71/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (86/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Redmi K80 Ultra by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.