Redmi K80 Ultra vs Xiaomi 12T
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Xiaomi 12T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Ultra; launch prices were $350 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 61/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 1,109,632); the Xiaomi 12T is noticeably lighter (202g vs 219g).
Redmi K80 Ultra
Xiaomi 12T
- Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 1109632
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 978
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 3950
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $380
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 202g vs 219g
- Better camera (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 12T, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 12 points higher (73/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 86/100, Xiaomi 12T — 60/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12T is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Xiaomi 12T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2876004 | 1109632 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 978 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 3950 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 115 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 202 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $380 |
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12T
- Main: 108MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 12T
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Xiaomi 12T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Xiaomi 12T by 159.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $30. Redmi K80 Ultra was $30 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T (89/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (53/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T (86/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12T is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12T?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12T — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Xiaomi 12T?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 12T — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12T?
The Xiaomi 12T leads on camera score (53/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 12T?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Xiaomi 12T?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12T is a better fit for active users.