Redmi K80 Pro vs Vivo S21 Pro

The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo S21 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 63/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,014,660 vs 2,351,914).

The Redmi K80 Pro edges out the Vivo S21 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 79
Design 31
Value for money 75
Vivo S21 Pro
Performance 46
Display 100
Camera 78
Battery 60
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3014660 vs 2351914
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2250
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 7315
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 90W

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 46/100)
  • Longer battery life (79/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo S21 Pro better?

  • Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Vivo S21 Pro, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 8 points higher (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S21 Pro leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (79/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S21 Pro (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo S21 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S21 Pro (79/100 vs 60/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S21 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S21 Pro (75/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K80 Pro: The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo S21 Pro: The Vivo S21 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Pro Vivo S21 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 9300+
AnTuTu 3014660 2351914
Geekbench Single 3050 2250
Geekbench Multi 9300 7315
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 120W 90W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 32 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 15, OriginOS 5
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm
Weight 215 g
Price $511
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 32MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
63
camera
Vivo S21 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo S21 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
79
battery
Vivo S21 Pro
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Vivo S21 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K80 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100
3014660 AnTuTu
Vivo S21 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9300+
63/100 -28.2%
2351914 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Pro leads Vivo S21 Pro by 28.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K80 Pro
$511
Vivo S21 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S21 Pro (68/100 vs 46/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo S21 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (78/100 vs 63/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S21 Pro (79/100 vs 60/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo S21 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (50/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S21 Pro (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Vivo S21 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro edges out the Vivo S21 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Vivo S21 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo S21 Pro — 63/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Vivo S21 Pro?

The Vivo S21 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Vivo S21 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (68/100 vs 46/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Vivo S21 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S21 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.