Lava Smart 4 vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Lava Smart 4 (2026) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $69 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 20/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 153,667); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Smart 4 doesn't; the Lava Smart 4 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Smart 4
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Lava Smart 4 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $69 vs $350
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Smart 4 vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 53 points higher (73/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Smart 4 — 36/100, 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 Lava Smart 4 (89/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (94/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Smart 4 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Smart 4 | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT LCD | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 540x1210 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 Go | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×76.5×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 197 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $69 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Lava Smart 4
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Smart 4
- 6.6" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 540x1210
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Smart 4
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Smart 4 and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Lava Smart 4 by 94.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $281. Lava Smart 4 was $281 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (89/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (94/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 (86/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Smart 4 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Smart 4 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 by 53 points (73/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Smart 4 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Lava Smart 4 has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Smart 4 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Smart 4 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Smart 4 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.