Redmi K80 Ultra vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 73/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7410); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,874,956).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $561
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2874956
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7410 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 219g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 86/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 13 points higher (86/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2874956 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi K80 Ultra by 20.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $211. Redmi K80 Ultra was $211 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 86/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K80 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.