Honor 8X vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Honor 8X (2018) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 710, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $260 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 25/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 3750); the main camera is 20 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 336,905); the Honor 8X is noticeably lighter (175g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 8X
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Honor 8X better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $350
- Better portability (76/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 336905
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 362
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1222
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 3750 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 20MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 17/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 8X vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 48 points higher (73/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 17/100). Value score: Honor 8X — 0/100, 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 Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (89/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Honor 8X (37/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (86/100 vs 17/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 8X significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (76/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 8X | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 710 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 336905 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 362 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1222 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3750 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×76.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 175 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Honor 8X
- Main: 20MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor 8X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 8X
- 3750 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Honor 8X and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Honor 8X by 88.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $90. Honor 8X was $90 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (89/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Honor 8X (37/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (86/100 vs 17/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 8X significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (76/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 8X or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 8X by 48 points (73/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 8X and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Honor 8X has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 8X or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 8X or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Honor 8X 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.