Redmi K80 Pro vs Xiaomi 12 Lite
The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 12 Lite (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $511 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 55/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 783,606); the Xiaomi 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (173g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Xiaomi 12 Lite
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Lite better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $511
- Better portability (82/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Xiaomi 12 Lite, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 26 points higher (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100, Xiaomi 12 Lite — 42/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (67/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (87/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (82/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Pro | Xiaomi 12 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | 3068164 | 783606 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | 159.3×73.7×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $511 | $370 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Xiaomi 12 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Xiaomi 12 Lite by 291.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $141. Xiaomi 12 Lite was $141 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (91/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (67/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (87/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (82/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite by 26 points (81/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Xiaomi 12 Lite — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.