Redmi K80 Ultra vs Vivo Y500 (China)
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Vivo Y500 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300; launch prices were $350 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 55/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 (China) has the bigger battery (8200 mAh vs 7410); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Vivo Y500 (China)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2813
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 8200 vs 7410 mAh
- Lighter: 213g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $350
- Better portability (49/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Vivo Y500 (China), the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 18 points higher (73/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100, Vivo Y500 (China) — 74/100; 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 Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) is a bit better (49/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Vivo Y500 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2874956 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 8200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.1×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y500 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 8200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Vivo Y500 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Vivo Y500 (China) by 226.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $165. Vivo Y500 (China) was $165 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (89/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
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 Y500 (China) is a bit better (49/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 (China) — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo Y500 (China) — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.