Redmi K80 Ultra vs Tecno Spark 40

The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $350 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 36/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 358,383); the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 37 points (73/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 86
Portability 40
Value for money 86
Tecno Spark 40
Performance 30
Display 44
Camera 29
Battery 48
Portability 64
Value for money 54
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 358383
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 432
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1416
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (86/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 219g
  • Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $350

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 37 points higher (73/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 86/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 54/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (64/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Spark 40: The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Ultra Tecno Spark 40
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ MediaTek Helio G81
AnTuTu 2876004 358383
Geekbench Single 2729 432
Geekbench Multi 8430 1416
Display 6.8" OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1280x2772 1612x720
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7410 mAh 5200 mAh
Charging 100W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 4GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm
Weight 219 g 192 g
Launch price $350 $120
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Tecno Spark 40
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Tecno Spark 40
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1612x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
86
battery
Tecno Spark 40
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
73/100
2876004 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 40 MediaTek Helio G81
36/100 -702.5%
358383 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Tecno Spark 40 by 702.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
Tecno Spark 40
$120

Launch price difference: $230. Tecno Spark 40 was $230 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (89/100 vs 30/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (94/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (86/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (64/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 37 points (73/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Tecno Spark 40?

The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 36/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Tecno Spark 40?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Tecno Spark 40?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for everyday use.