Redmi K80 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy A72
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; estimated prices are $350 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 26/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 514,398); the Samsung Galaxy A72 is noticeably lighter (203g vs 219g).
Redmi K80 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 514398
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper: $350 vs $450
- Higher performance (61/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 79/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 219g
- Better camera (36/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 26/100)
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy A72, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 34 points higher (60/100 vs 26/100). 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 "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (36/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (72/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (46/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 79/100).
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy A72 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 2876004 | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 92 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $350 | $450 |
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy A72, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A72 by 459.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $100. Redmi K80 Ultra is cheaper by $100.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (61/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (36/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (72/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (46/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 79/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 by 34 points (60/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy A72 — 26/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A72 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.