Redmi K50i vs Redmi K80 Pro
The Redmi K50i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 57/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5080); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 1,092,605); the Redmi K80 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi K50i doesn't; the Redmi K50i is noticeably lighter (200g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50i
Redmi K80 Pro
What makes Redmi K50i better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 200g vs 215g
- Better portability (50/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5080 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50i vs the Redmi K80 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 24 points higher (81/100 vs 57/100). 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 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (91/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (87/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50i | Redmi K80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 3068164 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" FFS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5080 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 650 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.3×8.9 mm | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $511 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50i
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50i
- 6.6" FFS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50i
- 5080 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K50i and Redmi K80 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Redmi K50i by 64.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K50i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (91/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (67/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (87/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50i or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i by 24 points (81/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K50i and the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K50i has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Redmi K80 Pro — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50i or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50i or the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50i over the Redmi K80 Pro?
The Redmi K50i 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.