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; launch prices were $449 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 27/100 (a 54-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 (3,068,164 vs 417,439); the Nokia 8.1 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Redmi K80 Pro
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $511
- Better portability (72/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 417439
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 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 (91/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 54 points higher (81/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8.1 — 0/100, Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100; 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (67/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (72/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8.1 | Redmi K80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 417439 | 3068164 | |
| Geekbench Single | 431 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1320 | 9287 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $449 | $511 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2246x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8.1
- 3500 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8.1 and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Nokia 8.1 by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $62. Nokia 8.1 was $62 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (91/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (90/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (67/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (87/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (72/100 vs 45/100).
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 54 points (81/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 over the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.