Honor 9 vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Honor 9 (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 960, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $400 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 3200); the main camera is 20 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 366,515); the Honor 9 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 9
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Honor 9 better?
- Lighter: 155g vs 219g
- Better portability (88/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 366515
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 403
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1147
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 3200 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 20MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $400
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 28/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 9 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 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Honor 9 — 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 9 (89/100 vs 28/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Honor 9 (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (86/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (88/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 9 | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 960 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 366515 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 403 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1147 | 8430 | |
| Display | 5.2" IPS LCD | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3200 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 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 | 147.3×70.9×7.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 155 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Honor 9
- Main: 20MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor 9
- 5.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 9
- 3200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Honor 9 and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Honor 9 by 87.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Redmi K80 Ultra was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (89/100 vs 28/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Honor 9 (37/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 9 (86/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (88/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 9 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor 9 by 48 points (73/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Honor 9 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 9 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 28/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 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.