Nothing Phone (3a) Lite vs Redmi K80 Pro
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro, while the Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $249 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 52/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 884,207); the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
Redmi K80 Pro
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) Lite better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $511
- Better portability (56/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 884207
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 29 points higher (81/100 vs 52/100). 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 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) Lite — 54/100, 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 Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (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 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) Lite | Redmi K80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 884207 | 3068164 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×78.0×8.3 mm | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $249 | $511 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) Lite and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Nothing Phone (3a) Lite by 71.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $262. Nothing Phone (3a) Lite was $262 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (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 significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (67/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (87/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite by 29 points (81/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite and the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite 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.