Realme 16T vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Realme 16T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $200 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 48/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7410); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 528,398); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16T doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16T
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Realme 16T better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7410 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $350
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16T 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 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Realme 16T — 56/100, 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 Realme 16T (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16T (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16T (86/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16T | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 8.9×None×None mm | — | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 16T
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16T and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Realme 16T by 81.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Realme 16T was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16T (94/100 vs 75/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16T (86/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16T or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16T by 25 points (73/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16T and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Realme 16T has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16T or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16T or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16T 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.