Redmi K80 Ultra vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra

The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 49/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 1,627,862).

The Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Performance 24
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 43
Design 18
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 1627862
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 4688
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 219g vs 225g

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (26/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12S Ultra better?

  • Better camera (70/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 11 points higher (60/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (70/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (61/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (70/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (26/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (86/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra: The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Ultra Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 2876004 1627862
Geekbench Single 2729 1761
Geekbench Multi 8430 4688
Display 6.8" OLED 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 1440x3200
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7410 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 100W 67W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 50 MP 3 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 48 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 48 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm
Weight 219 g 225 g
Price $350
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • Main: 3MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 32MP
70
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Xiaomi 12S Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
60/100
2876004 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12S Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
49/100 -76.7%
1627862 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Xiaomi 12S Ultra by 76.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (61/100 vs 24/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (70/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (72/100 vs 43/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (26/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on camera score (70/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.