Redmi K80 Pro vs Redmi Note 12 (Global)

The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 47/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,014,660 vs 521,686); the Redmi K80 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) doesn't; the Redmi Note 12 (Global) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) by 34 points (81/100 vs 47/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Performance 91
Display 90
Camera 67
Battery 87
Portability 45
Value for money 86
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
Performance 44
Display 79
Camera 33
Battery 46
Portability 67
Value for money
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3014660 vs 521686
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 852
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2048
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 (Global) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 215g

  • Better portability (67/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Redmi Note 12 (Global), the Redmi K80 Pro scores 34 points higher (81/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (67/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (67/100 vs 45/100).

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.
Redmi Note 12 (Global): The Redmi Note 12 (Global) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Pro Redmi Note 12 (Global)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1
AnTuTu 3014660 521686
Geekbench Single 3041 852
Geekbench Multi 9494 2048
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 120W 33W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 32 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 13 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm
Weight 215 g 188 g
Launch price $511
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 32MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
67
camera
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Redmi Note 12 (Global), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K80 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
81/100
3014660 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 12 (Global) Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1
47/100 -477.9%
521686 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 (Global) by 477.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K80 Pro
$511
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (91/100 vs 44/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (67/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (87/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (67/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Redmi Note 12 (Global)?

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) by 34 points (81/100 vs 47/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Redmi Note 12 (Global)?

The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) — 47/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Redmi Note 12 (Global)?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Redmi Note 12 (Global)?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 44/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Redmi Note 12 (Global)?

The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 12 (Global) is a better fit for everyday use.