Redmi K80 Ultra vs Redmi R70
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Redmi R70 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300; launch prices were $350 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 39/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 639,225); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi R70 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Redmi R70
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi R70 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $350
- Better portability (51/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Redmi R70, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 34 points higher (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100, Redmi R70 — 60/100; 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 R70 (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (86/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi R70 is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Redmi R70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2874956 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 2073 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi R70
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi R70
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi R70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Redmi R70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Redmi R70 by 349.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $230. Redmi R70 was $230 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (89/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (86/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi R70 is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi R70 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.