Poco C61 vs Redmi K80 Ultra

The Poco C61 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 27/100 (a 46-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 195,539); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco C61 doesn't; the Poco C61 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C61 by 46 points (73/100 vs 27/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C61
Performance 11
Display 44
Camera
Battery 43
Portability 56
Value for money
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 86
Portability 40
Value for money 86
What makes Poco C61 better?
  • Lighter: 199g vs 219g

  • Better portability (56/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 195539
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 781
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 11/100)
  • Longer battery life (86/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco C61 vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 46 points higher (73/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 11/100). 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 Poco C61 (89/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C61 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C61 (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C61 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (56/100 vs 40/100).

Poco C61: The Poco C61 is a better fit for everyday use.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco C61 Redmi K80 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 195539 2876004
Geekbench Single 189 2729
Geekbench Multi 781 8430
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" OLED
Resolution 720x1650 1280x2772
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7410 mAh
Charging 10W 100W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 20 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, MIUI Android 15
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 3200 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 168.4×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 199 g 219 g
Launch price $350
Camera comparison
Poco C61
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
camera
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Poco C61
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Poco C61
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
86
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco C61 and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco C61 MediaTek Helio G36
27/100
195539 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
73/100 +93.2%
2876004 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Poco C61 by 93.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco C61
Price unknown
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C61 (89/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C61 (94/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C61 (86/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco C61 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (56/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C61 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco C61 by 46 points (73/100 vs 27/100).

What is the rating of the Poco C61 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Poco C61 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.

Which is more powerful: the Poco C61 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Poco C61 over the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Poco C61 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.