Poco X5 vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $245 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 48/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $350
- Better portability (66/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 25 points higher (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, 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 X5 (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Poco X5 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (66/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 189 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X5 and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Poco X5 by 79.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $105. Poco X5 was $105 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (89/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Poco X5 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (86/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (66/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 25 points (73/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 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.