Redmi K80 Ultra vs Vivo S18e

The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 53/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 4800); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 971,424); the Vivo S18e is noticeably lighter (193g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e by 20 points (73/100 vs 53/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 86
Portability 40
Value for money 86
Vivo S18e
Performance 57
Display 79
Camera 32
Battery 52
Portability 66
Value for money
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 971424
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1167
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2577
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (86/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo S18e better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 219g

  • Better portability (66/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Vivo S18e, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 20 points higher (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (66/100 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.
Vivo S18e: The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Ultra Vivo S18e
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 2876004 971424
Geekbench Single 2729 1167
Geekbench Multi 8430 2577
Display 6.8" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7410 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 100W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 14, OriginOS 4
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm
Weight 219 g 193 g
Launch price $350
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Vivo S18e
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Vivo S18e
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
86
battery
Vivo S18e
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Vivo S18e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
73/100
2876004 AnTuTu
Vivo S18e MediaTek Dimensity 7200
53/100 -196.1%
971424 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Vivo S18e by 196.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
Vivo S18e
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (89/100 vs 57/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (94/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (86/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (66/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo S18e?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e by 20 points (73/100 vs 53/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Vivo S18e?

The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo S18e — 53/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo S18e?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo S18e?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 57/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Vivo S18e?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use.