Nubia Air vs Redmi K80 Ultra

The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; estimated prices are $182 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 34/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 26 points (60/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 29
Battery 39
Design 85
Value for money 97
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
What makes Nubia Air better?
  • Lighter: 172g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $182 vs $350

  • Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 86/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 639225
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 880
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2073
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 26 points higher (60/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air leads (97/100 vs 86/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Nubia Air are nearly equal (32/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (72/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (85/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air is a bit better (97/100 vs 86/100).

Nubia Air: The Nubia Air is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Air Redmi K80 Ultra
Processor Unisoc T8300 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 639225 2876004
Geekbench Single 880 2729
Geekbench Multi 2073 8430
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" OLED
Resolution 1224x2720 1280x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7410 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm
Weight 172 g 219 g
Price $182 $350
Camera comparison
Nubia Air
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Front: 20MP
29
camera
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Air
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1224x2720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Air
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nubia Air and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nubia Air Unisoc T8300
34/100
639225 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
60/100 +77.8%
2876004 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Nubia Air by 77.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Air
$182
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350

Price difference: $168. Nubia Air is cheaper by $168.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (61/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Nubia Air are nearly equal (32/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (72/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (85/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Air is a bit better (97/100 vs 86/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 26 points (60/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 60/100.

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Air over the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Nubia Air is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.