Redmi K80 Pro vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra

The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 49/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,014,660 vs 1,627,862).

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra by 22 points (71/100 vs 49/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 79
Design 31
Value for money 75
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Performance 24
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 43
Design 18
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3014660 vs 1627862
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 4688
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
  • Lighter: 215g vs 225g

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (79/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12S Ultra better?

  • Better camera (70/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 22 points higher (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (68/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (68/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (31/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (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.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra: The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Pro Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 3014660 1627862
Geekbench Single 3050 1761
Geekbench Multi 9300 4688
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1440x3200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 120W 67W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 50 MP 3 MP
Ultrawide 32 MP 48 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 48 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm
Weight 215 g 225 g
Price $511
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 32MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
63
camera
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • Main: 3MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 32MP
70
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
79
battery
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

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

Redmi K80 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100
3014660 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12S Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
49/100 -85.2%
1627862 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Pro leads Xiaomi 12S Ultra by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K80 Pro
$511
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (68/100 vs 24/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (79/100 vs 43/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K80 Pro is a bit better (31/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (75/100 vs 55/100).

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

The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra by 22 points (71/100 vs 49/100).

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

The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 49/100.

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

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on camera score (70/100 vs 63/100).

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

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (68/100 vs 24/100).

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

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