Redmi A5 vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, 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 25/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 193,858); the Redmi A5 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Redmi A5 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $350
- Better portability (64/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A5 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 11/100). 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). Value score: Redmi A5 — 42/100, 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 Redmi A5 (89/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (86/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (64/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A5 | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 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 / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 196 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A5 and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Redmi A5 by 93.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $260. Redmi A5 was $260 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (89/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (86/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (64/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 48 points (73/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A5 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.