Redmi A1 vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Redmi A1 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 25/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 155,362); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A1 doesn't; the Redmi A1 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A1
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Redmi A1 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 219g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A1 vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 48 points higher (73/100 vs 25/100). 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 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (89/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A1 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A1 (86/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A1 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A1 | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $350 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A1
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi A1
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A1
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A1 and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Redmi A1 by 94.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A1
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (89/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A1 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A1 (86/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A1 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A1 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 by 48 points (73/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A1 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi A1 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A1 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A1 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A1 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.