Nokia 8.1 vs Redmi K80 Pro

The Nokia 8.1 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, while the Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $449 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 8/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,014,660 vs 417,439); the Nokia 8.1 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 215g).

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 63 points (71/100 vs 8/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 4
Battery 0
Design 75
Value for money 79
Redmi K80 Pro
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 79
Design 31
Value for money 75
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $449 vs $511

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3014660 vs 417439
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 431
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 1320
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 4/100)
  • Longer battery life (79/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 63 points higher (71/100 vs 8/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (63/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (79/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (63/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (79/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 8.1 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 and the Redmi K80 Pro are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).

Nokia 8.1: The Nokia 8.1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K80 Pro: The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8.1 Redmi K80 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 417439 3014660
Geekbench Single 431 3050
Geekbench Multi 1320 9300
Display 6.2" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2246x1080 3200x1440
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3500 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 18W 120W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 32 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 9 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 154.8×75.8×8.0 mm 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm
Weight 180 g 215 g
Price $449 $511
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Front: 20MP
4
camera
Redmi K80 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 32MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • 6.2" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2246x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8.1
  • 3500 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
79
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8.1 and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8.1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 710
8/100
417439 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100 +86.2%
3014660 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Pro leads Nokia 8.1 by 86.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8.1
$449
Redmi K80 Pro
$511

Price difference: $62. Nokia 8.1 is cheaper by $62.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (68/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (63/100 vs 4/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (79/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia 8.1 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (75/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 and the Redmi K80 Pro are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 63 points (71/100 vs 8/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 8/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 4/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 over the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Nokia 8.1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.