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; launch prices were $511 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 81/100 (a 3-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 (3,463,142 vs 3,068,164).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $511 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 88/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 3068164
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9287
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 215g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 3 points higher (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (87/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3068164 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 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 | |
| Launch price | $511 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
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
Overall performance score
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 11.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $788. Redmi K80 Pro was $788 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (86/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (87/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
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 3 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 81/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
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 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
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 S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.