Redmi K80 Pro vs Redmi Note 12 Pro

The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080; launch prices were $511 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 54/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,014,660 vs 729,766); the Redmi Note 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 215g).

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro by 27 points (81/100 vs 54/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Performance 91
Display 90
Camera 67
Battery 87
Portability 45
Value for money 86
Redmi Note 12 Pro
Performance 52
Display 79
Camera 43
Battery 53
Portability 56
Value for money 50
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3014660 vs 729766
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1032
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2507
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 67W

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 43/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $511

  • Better portability (56/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Redmi Note 12 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 27 points higher (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 52/100). 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 53/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Pro — 86/100, Redmi Note 12 Pro — 50/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (91/100 vs 52/100). 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 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 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 Pro: The Redmi Note 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Pro Redmi Note 12 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 1080
AnTuTu 3014660 729766
Geekbench Single 3041 1032
Geekbench Multi 9494 2507
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 120W 67W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 102
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 32 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 900 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm
Weight 215 g 187 g
Launch price $511 $300
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 32MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
67
camera
Redmi Note 12 Pro
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Redmi Note 12 Pro
  • 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 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Overall performance score

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

Redmi K80 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
81/100
3014660 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 12 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 1080
54/100 -313.1%
729766 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 Pro by 313.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K80 Pro
$511
Redmi Note 12 Pro
$300

Launch price difference: $211. Redmi Note 12 Pro was $211 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (91/100 vs 52/100).

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 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (67/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (87/100 vs 53/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100).

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

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro by 27 points (81/100 vs 54/100).

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

The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Redmi Note 12 Pro — 54/100.

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

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 43/100).

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

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 52/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Redmi Note 12 Pro?

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 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.