Redmi K50 vs Redmi K80 Pro

The Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $310 and $511. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 58/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,014,660 vs 1,089,139).

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 by 23 points (81/100 vs 58/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50
Performance 62
Display 90
Camera 36
Battery 59
Portability 53
Value for money 58
Redmi K80 Pro
Performance 91
Display 90
Camera 67
Battery 87
Portability 45
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi K50 better?
  • Lighter: 201g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $310 vs $511

  • Better portability (53/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3014660 vs 1089139
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1139
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3842
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 62/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 36/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K50 vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 23 points higher (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Redmi K50 — 58/100, Redmi K80 Pro — 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 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (91/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (67/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).

Redmi K50: The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users.
Redmi K80 Pro: The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K50 Redmi K80 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1089139 3014660
Geekbench Single 1139 3041
Geekbench Multi 3842 9494
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 67W 120W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 32 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm
Weight 201 g 215 g
Launch price $310 $511
Camera comparison
Redmi K50
  • Main: 48MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
36
camera
Redmi K80 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 32MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
67
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K50
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
59
battery
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K50 and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K50 MediaTek Dimensity 8100
58/100
1089139 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
81/100 +63.9%
3014660 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Pro leads Redmi K50 by 63.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K50
$310
Redmi K80 Pro
$511

Launch price difference: $201. Redmi K50 was $201 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (91/100 vs 62/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (67/100 vs 36/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (87/100 vs 59/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 by 23 points (81/100 vs 58/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K50 and the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K50 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 36/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 or the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 62/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K50 over the Redmi K80 Pro?

The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.