Poco X8 vs Redmi K80 Pro
The Poco X8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $389 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 55/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 has the bigger battery (8340 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 829,894).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8
Redmi K80 Pro
What makes Poco X8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8340 vs 6000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $389 vs $511
- Overall rating 55/100
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Lighter: 215g vs 223g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 26 points higher (81/100 vs 55/100). 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 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Poco X8 — 40/100, 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 X8 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 (87/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (45/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 | Redmi K80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 3068164 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8340 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 223 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $389 | $511 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco X8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8
- 8340 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Poco X8 by 73.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $122. Poco X8 was $122 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (67/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 (87/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (45/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 by 26 points (81/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 and the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Poco X8 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 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.