Nubia Red Magic Nova vs Redmi K80 Ultra

The Nubia Red Magic Nova (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; estimated prices are $499 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 52/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic Nova has the bigger battery (10100 mAh vs 7410); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 2,342,433); the Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably lighter (219g vs 530g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra edges out the Nubia Red Magic Nova by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Red Magic Nova
Performance 45
Display 100
Camera 29
Battery 75
Design 0
Value for money 75
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
What makes Nubia Red Magic Nova better?
  • Bigger battery: 10100 vs 7410 mAh

  • Longer battery life (75/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 2342433
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 2205
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 7192
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Lighter: 219g vs 530g
  • Cheaper: $350 vs $499

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (26/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Red Magic Nova vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 8 points higher (60/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic Nova (61/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Nubia Red Magic Nova are nearly equal (32/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (75/100 vs 72/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic Nova (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).

Nubia Red Magic Nova: The Nubia Red Magic Nova is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Red Magic Nova Redmi K80 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 2342433 2876004
Geekbench Single 2205 2729
Geekbench Multi 7192 8430
Display 10.9" IPS LCD 6.8" OLED
Resolution 1800x2880 1280x2772
Refresh rate 144 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 10100 mAh 7410 mAh
Charging 80W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB / 24GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, Redmagic OS 9.5 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 550 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 253.3×164.6×7.3 mm
Weight 530 g 219 g
Price $499 $350
Camera comparison
Nubia Red Magic Nova
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 20MP
29
camera
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Red Magic Nova
  • 10.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1800x2880
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Red Magic Nova
  • 10100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
75
battery
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nubia Red Magic Nova and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nubia Red Magic Nova Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
52/100
2342433 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
60/100 +18.6%
2876004 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Nubia Red Magic Nova by 18.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Red Magic Nova
$499
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350

Price difference: $149. Redmi K80 Ultra is cheaper by $149.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic Nova (61/100 vs 45/100).

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 Red Magic Nova are nearly equal (32/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (75/100 vs 72/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic Nova (26/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic Nova or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra edges out the Nubia Red Magic Nova by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nubia Red Magic Nova and the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Nubia Red Magic Nova has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 60/100.

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic Nova or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 45/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic Nova over the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Nubia Red Magic Nova is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.