Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; estimated prices are $649 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 55/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 2,554,897).
Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Better camera (47/100 vs 32/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 2554897
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 2205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 7192
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 219g vs 229g
- Cheaper: $350 vs $649
- Higher performance (61/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 63/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (26/100 vs 13/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 5 points higher (60/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro leads (47/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (47/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (26/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro (86/100 vs 65/100).
| Specification | Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2554897 | 2876004 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2205 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7192 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1116x2480 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Redmagic OS 9.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.4×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 229 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $649 | $350 |
Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro by 11.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $299. Redmi K80 Ultra is cheaper by $299.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (47/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (26/100 vs 13/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro (86/100 vs 65/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra edges out the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro leads on camera score (47/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro over the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.