Redmi K80 Pro vs Redmi Note 12S
The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 48/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,014,660 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 215g).
Redmi K80 Pro
Redmi Note 12S
- Higher AnTuTu: 3014660 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 69/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 215g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 45/100)
Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Redmi Note 12S, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 33 points higher (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 44/100). 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 12S (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (90/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (67/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (72/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Redmi K80 Pro | Redmi Note 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | 3014660 | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 176 g | |
| Launch price | $511 | — |
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Redmi Note 12S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Redmi Note 12S by 511.2% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (90/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (67/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (87/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (72/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 33 points (81/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Redmi Note 12S — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Redmi Note 12S?
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 12S is a better fit for everyday use.