Redmi K80 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 72/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo iQOO 15R is faster in AnTuTu (3,047,741 vs 2,874,956); the Vivo iQOO 15R is noticeably lighter (197g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 6500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $450
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3047741 vs 2874956
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8430
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 197g vs 219g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 1 points higher (73/100 vs 72/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 68/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 15R and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (62/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2874956 | 3047741 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15R leads Redmi K80 Ultra by 5.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Redmi K80 Ultra was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (62/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Redmi K80 Ultra edges out the Vivo iQOO 15R by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 72/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.