Lava Play Ultra vs Redmi K80 Pro
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $175 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 53/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,014,660 vs 877,641); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 215g).
Lava Play Ultra
Redmi K80 Pro
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $511
- Better portability (71/100 vs 45/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3014660 vs 877641
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 28 points higher (81/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 76/100, Redmi K80 Pro — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (71/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Redmi K80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | 3014660 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $511 |
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Lava Play Ultra by 70.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $336. Lava Play Ultra was $336 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (67/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (87/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (71/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 28 points (81/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Lava Play Ultra is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.