Nokia G42 vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 39/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Nokia G42 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 219g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1816
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 34 points higher (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (57/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $350 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G42 and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Nokia G42 by 83.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia G42
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (89/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (86/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (57/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 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.