Redmi K50i vs Redmi K80 Ultra

The Redmi K50i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 57/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5080); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 1,089,139); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi K50i doesn't; the Redmi K50i is noticeably lighter (200g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi K50i — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50i
Performance 62
Display 77
Camera 43
Battery 54
Portability 50
Value for money
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 86
Portability 40
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi K50i better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 200g vs 219g

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 1089139
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1139
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 3842
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5080 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 62/100)
  • Longer battery life (86/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K50i vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 16 points higher (73/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (94/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi K50i: The Redmi K50i is a better fit for active users.
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 K50i Redmi K80 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8100 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 1089139 2876004
Geekbench Single 1139 2729
Geekbench Multi 3842 8430
Display 6.6" FFS LCD 6.8" OLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1280x2772
Refresh rate 144 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5080 mAh 7410 mAh
Charging 67W 100W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 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
Weight 200 g 219 g
Launch price $350
Camera comparison
Redmi K50i
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K50i
  • 6.6" FFS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
77
display
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K50i
  • 5080 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
86
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K50i and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K50i MediaTek Dimensity 8100
57/100
1089139 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
73/100 +62.1%
2876004 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Redmi K50i by 62.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K50i
Price unknown
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (89/100 vs 62/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (94/100 vs 77/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (86/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50i is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50i or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi K50i — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K50i and the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K50i has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50i or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K50i leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50i or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 62/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K50i over the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K50i is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.