Redmi K80 Ultra vs Redmi Note 12 Pro

The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Redmi Note 12 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080; launch prices were $350 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 54/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 731,937); the Redmi Note 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 12 Pro — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi K80 Ultra

Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 86
Portability 40
Value for money 80

Redmi Note 12 Pro

Performance 52
Display 79
Camera 43
Battery 53
Portability 56
Value for money 46

What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 731937
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1032
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2507
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 52/100)
  • Longer battery life (86/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)

What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro better?

  • Lighter: 187g vs 219g
  • Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $350

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (56/100 vs 40/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Redmi Note 12 Pro, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 19 points higher (73/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100, Redmi Note 12 Pro — 46/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (86/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (56/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi K80 Ultra Redmi Note 12 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ MediaTek Dimensity 1080
AnTuTu 2874956 731937
Geekbench Single 2729 1032
Geekbench Multi 8430 2507
Display 6.8" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7410 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 67W
DXOMark (camera) — 102
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 900 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions — 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm
Weight 219 g 187 g
Launch price $350 $300

Camera comparison

Redmi K80 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Redmi Note 12 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera

Display comparison

Redmi K80 Ultra

  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Redmi Note 12 Pro

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Battery and charging

Redmi K80 Ultra

  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
86
battery

Redmi Note 12 Pro

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery

Overall performance score

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

Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
73/100
2874956 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 12 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 1080
54/100 -292.8%
731937 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 Pro by 292.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi K80 Ultra

$350

Redmi Note 12 Pro

$300

Launch price difference: $50. Redmi Note 12 Pro was $50 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (89/100 vs 52/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (94/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (86/100 vs 53/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (56/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 12 Pro — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

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

The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 12 Pro — 54/100.

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

The Redmi Note 12 Pro leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).

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

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 52/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Redmi Note 12 Pro?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.