Redmi K80 Pro vs Vivo Y500
The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $511 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 56/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K80 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Vivo Y500
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 44W
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
- Bigger battery: 8100 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $511
- Better portability (51/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Vivo Y500, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 25 points higher (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100, Vivo Y500 — 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 "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Pro | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3068164 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $511 | $345 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $166. Vivo Y500 was $166 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (87/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 25 points (81/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.