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; launch prices were $209 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 54/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5520); the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 837,903); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Redmi K80 Pro
What makes Poco M8 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $209 vs $511
- Better portability (79/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 837903
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 27 points higher (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Poco M8 — 66/100, Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100; 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (87/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (79/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 | Redmi K80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 837903 | 3068164 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 9287 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $209 | $511 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Poco M8 by 72.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $302. Poco M8 was $302 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (67/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (87/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (79/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 by 27 points (81/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.