Redmi K80 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A36
The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; launch prices were $511 and $330. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 52/100 (a 29-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 816,934); the Samsung Galaxy A36 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A36
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 816934
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A36 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $511
- Better portability (68/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy A36, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 29 points higher (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100, Samsung Galaxy A36 — 40/100; 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 A36 (91/100 vs 54/100). 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 Samsung Galaxy A36 (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (68/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A36 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3068164 | 816934 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3000 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $511 | $330 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A36, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A36 by 275.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $181. Samsung Galaxy A36 was $181 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (91/100 vs 54/100).
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 Samsung Galaxy A36 (67/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (87/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (68/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 by 29 points (81/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Samsung Galaxy A36 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.