Redmi K80 Ultra vs ZTE S30

The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the ZTE S30 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 24/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 514,398); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE S30 doesn't; the ZTE S30 is noticeably lighter (184g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 by 36 points (60/100 vs 24/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
ZTE S30
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 40
Battery 14
Design 70
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 514398
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 746
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1762
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 14/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE S30 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 184g vs 219g

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (70/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the ZTE S30, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 36 points higher (60/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 14/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE S30 is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 (72/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE S30 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (70/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE S30: The ZTE S30 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Ultra ZTE S30
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G
AnTuTu 2876004 514398
Geekbench Single 2729 746
Geekbench Multi 8430 1762
Display 6.8" OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1280x2772 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7410 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 100W 30W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 11, MyOS 11
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.8×76.4×7.9 mm
Weight 219 g 184 g
Price $350
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
ZTE S30
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
ZTE S30
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
ZTE S30
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
14
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and ZTE S30, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
60/100
2876004 AnTuTu
ZTE S30 Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G
24/100 -459.1%
514398 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads ZTE S30 by 459.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
ZTE S30
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 (61/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE S30 is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 (72/100 vs 14/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE S30 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (70/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the ZTE S30?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE S30 by 36 points (60/100 vs 24/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the ZTE S30?

The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the ZTE S30 — 24/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the ZTE S30?

The ZTE S30 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the ZTE S30?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the ZTE S30?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE S30 is a better fit for everyday use.