Redmi K80 Ultra vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6; launch prices were $350 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 73/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,888,150 vs 2,874,956); the Xiaomi 18 Pro is noticeably lighter (203g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $845
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4888150 vs 2874956
- Better Geekbench Single: 4301 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12490 vs 8430
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 219g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 86/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 19 points higher (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro — 98/100; 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 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (87/100 vs 86/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Ultra | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2874956 | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 12490 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7410 mAh | 7000 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 | — | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 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
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Xiaomi 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro leads Redmi K80 Ultra by 41.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $495. Redmi K80 Ultra was $495 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (100/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Redmi K80 Ultra are nearly equal (87/100 vs 86/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro 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?
The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.