Redmi K80 Pro vs Redmi Note 12R
The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12R (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 43/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 568,395); the Redmi Note 12R is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Redmi Note 12R
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12R better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Redmi Note 12R, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 38 points higher (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12R is a bit better (57/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Pro | Redmi Note 12R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3068164 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $511 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12R
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Redmi Note 12R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Redmi Note 12R by 439.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 12R
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (90/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (67/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (87/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12R is a bit better (57/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Redmi Note 12R?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R by 38 points (81/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Redmi Note 12R?
The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Redmi Note 12R — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Redmi Note 12R?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Redmi Note 12R?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Redmi Note 12R?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.