Redmi K80 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $350 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 66/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 3900); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 1,660,456); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 219g).
Redmi K80 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 1660456
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Lighter: 168g vs 219g
- Cheaper: $229 vs $350
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 7 points higher (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (86/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (83/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2876004 | 1660456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 168 g | |
| Price | $350 | $229 |
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 73.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $121. Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper by $121.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (86/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (83/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K80 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.