Redmi K80 Ultra vs Redmi Note 12R

The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Redmi Note 12R (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 22/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 560,863); the Redmi Note 12R is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R by 38 points (60/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
Redmi Note 12R
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 51
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 560863
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 923
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2249
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12R better?
  • Lighter: 199g vs 219g

  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Redmi Note 12R, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 38 points higher (60/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (72/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12R notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (51/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (86/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Note 12R: The Redmi Note 12R is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Ultra Redmi Note 12R
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
AnTuTu 2876004 560863
Geekbench Single 2729 923
Geekbench Multi 8430 2249
Display 6.8" OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1280x2772 1080x2460
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7410 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 18W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 13, MIUI 14
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 219 g 199 g
Price $350
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Redmi Note 12R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Redmi Note 12R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Redmi Note 12R
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

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

Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
60/100
2876004 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 12R Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
22/100 -412.8%
560863 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12R by 412.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
Redmi Note 12R
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (61/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (72/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12R notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (51/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12R?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R by 38 points (60/100 vs 22/100).

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

The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Redmi Note 12R — 22/100.

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

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (32/100 vs 24/100).

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

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 0/100).

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

The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 12R is a better fit for everyday use.