Redmi K70 Ultra vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Redmi K70 Ultra (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6; launch prices were $375 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 68/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,888,150 vs 2,384,849).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70 Ultra
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Redmi K70 Ultra better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $375 vs $845
- Better display (93/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4888150 vs 2384849
- Better Geekbench Single: 4301 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12490 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 213g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 24 points higher (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (87/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Redmi K70 Ultra — 66/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro — 98/100; 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 Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 Ultra | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2384849 | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 12490 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.4 mm | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $375 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70 Ultra
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K70 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K70 Ultra and Xiaomi 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro leads Redmi K70 Ultra by 51.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Redmi K70 Ultra was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (100/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (100/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (87/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 Ultra and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Redmi K70 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 Ultra over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Redmi K70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.