Redmi K80 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $511 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 66/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3900); the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $511 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 215g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 15 points higher (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100; 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (83/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3068164 | 1656761 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $511 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $288. Redmi K80 Pro was $288 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (87/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (83/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K80 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S23 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.