Fairphone 5 vs Redmi K80 Ultra

The Fairphone 5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm QCM6490, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 47/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 4200).

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 by 26 points (73/100 vs 47/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Fairphone 5

Performance —
Display 72
Camera 48
Battery 28
Portability 36
Value for money —

Redmi K80 Ultra

Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 86
Portability 40
Value for money 80

What makes Fairphone 5 better?

  • Lighter: 212g vs 219g

  • Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)

What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?

  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 4200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (86/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 72/100)
  • Better portability (40/100 vs 36/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Fairphone 5 vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 26 points higher (73/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 5 leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Fairphone 5 (94/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 5 is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Fairphone 5 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).

Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Fairphone 5 Redmi K80 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm QCM6490 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu — 2874956
Geekbench Single — 2729
Geekbench Multi — 8430
Display 6.5" OLED 6.8" OLED
Resolution 1224x2700 1280x2772
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4200 mAh 7410 mAh
Charging 30W 100W
DXOMark (camera) 108 —
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Front camera 50 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, up to 5 major Android upgrades Android 15
Brightness (peak) 880 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP55 IP68
Dimensions 161.6×75.8×9.6 mm —
Weight 212 g 219 g
Launch price — $350

Camera comparison

Fairphone 5

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
48
camera

Redmi K80 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Display comparison

Fairphone 5

  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1224x2700
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
72
display

Redmi K80 Ultra

  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Fairphone 5

  • 4200 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
28
battery

Redmi K80 Ultra

  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
86
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Fairphone 5

Price unknown

Redmi K80 Ultra

$350

Detailed category analysis

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Fairphone 5 (94/100 vs 72/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 5 is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (86/100 vs 28/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Fairphone 5 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Fairphone 5 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 by 26 points (73/100 vs 47/100).

What is the rating of the Fairphone 5 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Fairphone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 5 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Fairphone 5 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 37/100).

Should you choose the Fairphone 5 over the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.