Redmi K80 Ultra vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 1,420,808); the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 73/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi K80 Ultra

Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 86
Portability 40
Value for money 80

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money —

What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 1420808
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 4688
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 71/100)
  • Longer battery life (86/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)

What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?

  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 199g vs 219g

  • Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)

Comparison verdict

The Redmi K80 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi K80 Ultra ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 2874956 1420808
Geekbench Single 2729 1761
Geekbench Multi 8430 4688
Display 6.8" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 7410 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits —
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions — 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 219 g 199 g
Launch price $350 —

Camera comparison

Redmi K80 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

  • Main: 64MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
86
camera

Display comparison

Redmi K80 Ultra

  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display

Battery and charging

Redmi K80 Ultra

  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
86
battery

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
73/100
2874956 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 -102.3%
1420808 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 102.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi K80 Ultra

$350

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (89/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (86/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (86/100 vs 56/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

Both devices scored 73/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K80 Ultra (89/100 vs 71/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 71/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.