Redmi 12 4G vs Redmi K80 Ultra

The Redmi 12 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 38/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 362,744); the Redmi 12 4G is noticeably lighter (198g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G by 35 points (73/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12 4G
Performance 29
Display 57
Camera 33
Battery 43
Portability 58
Value for money
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 86
Portability 40
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi 12 4G better?
  • Lighter: 198g vs 219g

  • Better portability (58/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 362744
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 430
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1375
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (86/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 12 4G vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 35 points higher (73/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Redmi 12 4G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 4G notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (58/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi 12 4G: The Redmi 12 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 12 4G Redmi K80 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio G88 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 362744 2876004
Geekbench Single 430 2729
Geekbench Multi 1375 8430
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" OLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1280x2772
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7410 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 2GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13, MIUI 14 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 198 g 219 g
Launch price $350
Camera comparison
Redmi 12 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
33
camera
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 12 4G
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: —
57
display
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 12 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
86
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 12 4G and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 12 4G MediaTek Helio G88
38/100
362744 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
73/100 +87.4%
2876004 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Redmi 12 4G by 87.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 12 4G
Price unknown
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (89/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (94/100 vs 57/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Redmi 12 4G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (86/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 4G notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (58/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 4G or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G by 35 points (73/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 12 4G and the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 4G or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 12 4G over the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi 12 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.