Redmi K80 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $511 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 71/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 3,014,660).
Redmi K80 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $511 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 3014660
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9300
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 215g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 63/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 31/100)
Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 4 points higher (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (79/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (75/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (79/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Redmi K80 Pro are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (75/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Redmi K80 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3014660 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $511 | $1299 |
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Redmi K80 Pro by 14.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $788. Redmi K80 Pro is cheaper by $788.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (84/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (86/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (79/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Redmi K80 Pro are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (75/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra edges out the Redmi K80 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.