Poco M8 vs Redmi K80 Pro

The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $259 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 35/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5520); the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,014,660 vs 840,643); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 215g).

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 by 36 points (71/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 29
Battery 49
Design 77
Value for money 92
Redmi K80 Pro
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 79
Design 31
Value for money 75
What makes Poco M8 better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $259 vs $511

  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3014660 vs 840643
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1015
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 2920
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5520 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 45W

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (79/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 36 points higher (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (68/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (63/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (79/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M8 leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (68/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (63/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (79/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (77/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (92/100 vs 75/100).

Poco M8: The Poco M8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K80 Pro: The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M8 Redmi K80 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 840643 3014660
Geekbench Single 1015 3050
Geekbench Multi 2920 9300
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2392 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5520 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 45W 120W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 32 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm
Weight 178 g 215 g
Price $259 $511
Camera comparison
Poco M8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 20MP
29
camera
Redmi K80 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 32MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Poco M8
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2392
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco M8
  • 5520 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
79
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco M8 and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco M8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
35/100
840643 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100 +72.1%
3014660 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Pro leads Poco M8 by 72.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M8
$259
Redmi K80 Pro
$511

Price difference: $252. Poco M8 is cheaper by $252.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (68/100 vs 1/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (63/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (79/100 vs 49/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (77/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (92/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 by 36 points (71/100 vs 35/100).

What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 29/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (68/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Poco M8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.