Huawei nova 12 vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Huawei nova 12 (2023) runs on the Kirin 830, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 34/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 4600); the Huawei nova 12 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 219g).
Huawei nova 12
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Lighter: 191g vs 219g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 26/100)
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (61/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 12 vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 26 points higher (60/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (61/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 12 | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 830 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2876004 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.4×7.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 191 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $350 |
Huawei nova 12
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Huawei nova 12
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Huawei nova 12
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Huawei nova 12
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (61/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (72/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (61/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 by 26 points (60/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Huawei nova 12 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Huawei nova 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 12 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12 over the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Huawei nova 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.