Redmi K80 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $350 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 60/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7410); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 2,876,004).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra by 24 points (84/100 vs 60/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 88
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 83
Design 26
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $350 vs $799

  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 2876004
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2729
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 8430
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7410 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (88/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 24 points higher (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 72/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (88/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 72/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 26/100. In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (86/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Ultra Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 2876004 3654776
Geekbench Single 2729 3640
Geekbench Multi 8430 11033
Display 6.8" OLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 2608x1200
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7410 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 100W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Weight 219 g 219 g
Price $350 $799
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
60/100
2876004 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100 +21.3%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi K80 Ultra by 21.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799

Price difference: $449. Redmi K80 Ultra is cheaper by $449.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (88/100 vs 61/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (90/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 72/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 26/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra by 24 points (84/100 vs 60/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 61/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.