Redmi K80 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy A52
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Samsung Galaxy A52 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $350 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 46/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 517,460); the Samsung Galaxy A52 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy A52
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $400
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A52 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 219g
- Better camera (45/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy A52, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 27 points higher (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A52 — 20/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A52 (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (61/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy A52 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 2874956 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.9×75.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A52
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy A52, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A52 by 455.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Redmi K80 Ultra was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (89/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (86/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (61/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 by 27 points (73/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy A52 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.