Redmi K80 Pro vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 73/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,014,660 vs 1,425,446); the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).

The Redmi K80 Pro edges out the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Performance 91
Display 90
Camera 67
Battery 87
Portability 45
Value for money 86
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3014660 vs 1425446
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4688
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 80W

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 199g vs 215g

  • Better camera (86/100 vs 67/100)
  • Better portability (50/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 8 points higher (81/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).

Redmi K80 Pro: The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Pro ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 3014660 1425446
Geekbench Single 3041 1761
Geekbench Multi 9494 4688
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 120W 80W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 32 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 215 g 199 g
Price $511
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 32MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
67
camera
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K80 Pro and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K80 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
81/100
3014660 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 -111.5%
1425446 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Pro leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 111.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K80 Pro
$511
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (91/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Pro (86/100 vs 67/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (87/100 vs 56/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Pro edges out the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 67/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.