Redmi K80 Ultra vs Vivo Y500

The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; estimated prices are $350 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 36/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 7410); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't.

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 24 points (60/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
Vivo Y500
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 61
Design 37
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8100 vs 7410 mAh
  • Lighter: 210g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $345 vs $350

  • Better camera (34/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (37/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Vivo Y500, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 24 points higher (60/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (34/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 86/100.

Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y500: The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Ultra Vivo Y500
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ Unisoc T7300
AnTuTu 2876004
Geekbench Single 2729
Geekbench Multi 8430
Display 6.8" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 1260x2800
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7410 mAh 8100 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 5000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm
Weight 219 g 210 g
Price $350 $345
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo Y500
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y500
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Vivo Y500
  • 8100 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
Vivo Y500
$345

Price difference: $5. Vivo Y500 is cheaper by $5.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (61/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (34/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 86/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo Y500?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 24 points (60/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Vivo Y500?

The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo Y500 — 36/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Vivo Y500?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Vivo Y500?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.