Realme 16x vs Redmi K80 Pro
The Realme 16x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $299 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 45/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16x has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 528,398); the Redmi K80 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16x
Redmi K80 Pro
What makes Realme 16x better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $511
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Lighter: 215g vs 217g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16x vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 36 points higher (81/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Realme 16x — 28/100, 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 Realme 16x (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 16x (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 16x (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16x | Redmi K80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3068164 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 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 | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.8 mm | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $511 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 16x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16x and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Realme 16x by 82.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $212. Realme 16x was $212 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 16x (90/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (67/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 16x (87/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16x or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16x by 36 points (81/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16x and the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Realme 16x has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16x or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16x or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16x 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.