Redmi K80 Ultra vs Sony Xperia 1 VI

The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; estimated prices are $350 and $964. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 47/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 2,096,581); the Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably lighter (192g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 1 VI — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Performance 42
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 41
Design 60
Value for money 43
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 2096581
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 2205
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 7192
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $350 vs $964

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 42/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 219g

  • Better camera (34/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Sony Xperia 1 VI, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 13 points higher (60/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (34/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (72/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (60/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (86/100 vs 43/100).

Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Sony Xperia 1 VI: The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Ultra Sony Xperia 1 VI
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 2876004 2096581
Geekbench Single 2729 2205
Geekbench Multi 8430 7192
Display 6.8" OLED 6.5" LTPO OLED
Resolution 1280x2772 1080x2340
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7410 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 30W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 20 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm
Weight 219 g 192 g
Price $350 $964
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 6.5" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
41
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Sony Xperia 1 VI, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
60/100
2876004 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 VI Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
47/100 -37.2%
2096581 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Sony Xperia 1 VI by 37.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
Sony Xperia 1 VI
$964

Price difference: $614. Redmi K80 Ultra is cheaper by $614.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (61/100 vs 42/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (34/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (72/100 vs 41/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (60/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (86/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 1 VI — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 47/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 42/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.