Poco M5 vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $170 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 41/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 554,590); the Poco M5 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Poco M5 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $350
- Better portability (49/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5 vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 32 points higher (73/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco M5 — 50/100, Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (49/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5 | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5 and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Poco M5 by 80.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $180. Poco M5 was $180 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (86/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (49/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5 by 32 points (73/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5 over the 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.