Redmi K80 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A21s
The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850; launch prices were $511 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 29/100 (a 52-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 (3,068,164 vs 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy A21s is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A21s
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 836
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A21s better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $511
- Better portability (55/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy A21s, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 52 points higher (81/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 16/100). 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 52/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100, Samsung Galaxy A21s — 16/100; 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 Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (91/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A21s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | 3068164 | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 836 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $511 | $215 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A21s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A21s by 1209.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $296. Samsung Galaxy A21s was $296 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (91/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (90/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (67/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (87/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s by 52 points (81/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Samsung Galaxy A21s — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.