Realme 16x vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Realme 16x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $299 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 45/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 7000); 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 16x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16x
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Realme 16x better?
- Lighter: 217g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $350
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16x vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 28 points higher (73/100 vs 45/100). 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 60/100). Value score: Realme 16x — 28/100, 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 16x (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16x (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16x (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16x | 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 | 720x1570 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 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 | — | |
| Weight | 217 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 16x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16x and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Realme 16x by 81.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Realme 16x was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (89/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16x (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16x (86/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16x or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 16x by 28 points (73/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16x and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Realme 16x has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16x or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16x or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16x 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.