Redmi K80 Ultra vs Vivo Y21e
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Vivo Y21e (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 30/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 424,216); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y21e doesn't; the Vivo Y21e is noticeably lighter (182g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Vivo Y21e
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo Y21e better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 219g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Vivo Y21e, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 43 points higher (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y21e (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21e significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (70/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Vivo Y21e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | |
| AnTuTu | 2874956 | 424216 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 412 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 1423 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 11, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.3×76.1×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y21e
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y21e
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo Y21e
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Vivo Y21e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Vivo Y21e by 577.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y21e
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (89/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y21e (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (86/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21e significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (70/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo Y21e?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e by 43 points (73/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Vivo Y21e?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo Y21e — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo Y21e?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo Y21e?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Vivo Y21e?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.