Apple iPhone Air vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $999 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 8430
- Lighter: 165g vs 219g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $999
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Apple iPhone Air scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 Air and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (92/100 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 Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (86/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (96/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 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 | — | |
| Weight | 165 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 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 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Apple iPhone Air by 11.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $649. Redmi K80 Ultra was $649 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (92/100 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 Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (73/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (86/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (96/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air edges out the Redmi K80 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air 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.