Redmi K80 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $350 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 63/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 1,436,963).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $599
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 219g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 10 points higher (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 40/100; 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2874956 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 100.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Redmi K80 Ultra was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (89/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (63/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (86/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users.