Apple iPhone Air vs Redmi K80 Pro
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 75/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Redmi K80 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 9287
- Lighter: 165g vs 215g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $511 vs $999
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 6 points higher (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100; 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 Air and the Redmi K80 Pro are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air is a bit better (73/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (87/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (96/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Redmi K80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3068164 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $511 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Apple iPhone Air by 17.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $488. Redmi K80 Pro was $488 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi K80 Pro are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air is a bit better (73/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (87/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (96/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro edges out the Apple iPhone Air by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.