Redmi K80 Pro vs Xiaomi 12

The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $511 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,014,660 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 215g).

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 79
Design 31
Value for money 75
Xiaomi 12
Performance 19
Display 100
Camera 52
Battery 45
Design 75
Value for money 58
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3014660 vs 1322176
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1675
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 4453
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
  • Cheaper: $511 vs $750

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 52/100)
  • Longer battery life (79/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 215g

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Xiaomi 12, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (68/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (79/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (75/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (68/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (79/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (75/100 vs 58/100).

Redmi K80 Pro: The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 12: The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Pro Xiaomi 12
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 3014660 1322176
Geekbench Single 3050 1675
Geekbench Multi 9300 4453
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.3" AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 120W 67W
Wireless charging 50W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 113
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 32 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 1100 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm
Weight 215 g 180 g
Price $511 $750
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 32MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
63
camera
Xiaomi 12
  • Main: 50MP f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12
  • 6.3" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
79
battery
Xiaomi 12
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless: 50W
45
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K80 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100
3014660 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
45/100 -128.0%
1322176 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Pro leads Xiaomi 12 by 128.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K80 Pro
$511
Xiaomi 12
$750

Price difference: $239. Redmi K80 Pro is cheaper by $239.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (68/100 vs 19/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (79/100 vs 45/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (75/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (75/100 vs 58/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Xiaomi 12?

The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 45/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 52/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Xiaomi 12?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (68/100 vs 19/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Xiaomi 12?

The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use.