Redmi 6A vs Redmi K80 Ultra

The Redmi 6A (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $90 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 17/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 155,362); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 6A doesn't; the Redmi 6A is noticeably lighter (145g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A by 56 points (73/100 vs 17/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 6A
Performance 10
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 15
Portability 80
Value for money 18
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 86
Portability 40
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi 6A better?
  • Lighter: 145g vs 219g
  • Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $350

  • Better portability (80/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 155362
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 300
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 486
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 3000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (86/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 6A vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 56 points higher (73/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi 6A — 18/100, Redmi K80 Ultra — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (89/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (86/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (80/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi 6A: The Redmi 6A 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 6A Redmi K80 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio A22 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 155362 2876004
Geekbench Single 300 2729
Geekbench Multi 486 8430
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 6.8" OLED
Resolution 1280x2772
Refresh rate 60 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 7410 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 20 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 147.5×71.5×8.3 mm
Weight 145 g 219 g
Launch price $90 $350
Camera comparison
Redmi 6A
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 6A
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 6A
  • 3000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
15
battery
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
86
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 6A and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 6A MediaTek Helio A22
17/100
155362 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
73/100 +94.6%
2876004 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Redmi 6A by 94.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 6A
$90
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350

Launch price difference: $260. Redmi 6A was $260 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (89/100 vs 10/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (94/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (37/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (86/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (80/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 6A or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A by 56 points (73/100 vs 17/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 6A and the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi 6A has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 6A or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 6A or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 10/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 6A over the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi 6A 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.