Redmi 15a vs Redmi K80 Ultra

The Redmi 15a (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 26/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 6300); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 639,225); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 15a doesn't.

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a by 34 points (60/100 vs 26/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15a
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 12
Battery 46
Design 37
Value for money 55
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi 15a better?
  • Lighter: 210g vs 219g

  • Better design/ergonomics (37/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 639225
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 880
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2073
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 6300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 15a vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 34 points higher (60/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (86/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 15a: The Redmi 15a is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 15a Redmi K80 Ultra
Processor Unisoc T8300 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 639225 2876004
Geekbench Single 880 2729
Geekbench Multi 2073 8430
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.8" OLED
Resolution 720x1600 1280x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 6300 mAh 7410 mAh
Charging 15W 100W
Main camera 32 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16, HyperOS 3, up to 4 major Android upgrades Android 15
Brightness (peak) 800 nits 3200 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm
Weight 210 g 219 g
Price $350
Camera comparison
Redmi 15a
  • Main: 32MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 8MP
12
camera
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 15a
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 15a
  • 6300 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 15a and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 15a Unisoc T8300
26/100
639225 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
60/100 +77.8%
2876004 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Redmi 15a by 77.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 15a
Price unknown
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (61/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (32/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (72/100 vs 46/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15a or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a by 34 points (60/100 vs 26/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 15a and the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi 15a has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 60/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15a or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (32/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15a or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 15a over the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi 15a is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.