Redmi K80 Ultra vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $350 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 73/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7410); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,874,956); the Redmi K80 Ultra is noticeably lighter (219g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 219g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $986
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2874956
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7410 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 86/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 19 points higher (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 86/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2874956 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Redmi K80 Ultra by 42.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $636. Redmi K80 Ultra was $636 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (100/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 86/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K80 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.