ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Redmi K80 Pro
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 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 5500); the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 3,068,164).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
Redmi K80 Pro
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 3068164
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 65W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 215g vs 220g
- Cheaper at launch: $511 vs $999
- Better camera (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 6 points higher (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 66/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 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 ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Redmi K80 Pro are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro and the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | Redmi K80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 3068164 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ZenUI | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $511 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Redmi K80 Pro by 5.8% 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 ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Redmi K80 Pro are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro and the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (87/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro edges out the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Redmi K80 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the Redmi K80 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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.