Redmi K80 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Redmi K80 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $345 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 67/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 6550); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 2,288,566).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 by 20 points (87/100 vs 67/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80
Performance 82
Display 90
Camera 37
Battery 68
Portability 50
Value for money 74
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi K80 better?
  • Lighter: 213g vs 224g
  • Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $892

  • Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2288566
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2205
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 7192
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 6550 mAh

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 82/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 20 points higher (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Redmi K80 — 74/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

Redmi K80: The Redmi K80 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China): The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 2288566 3942923
Geekbench Single 2205 3640
Geekbench Multi 7192 11033
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1200x2608
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6550 mAh 6800 mAh
Charging 90W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 50 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 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 160.3×75.0×8.1 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 213 g 224 g
Launch price $345 $892
Camera comparison
Redmi K80
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80
  • 6550 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Overall performance score

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

Redmi K80 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
67/100
2288566 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +42.0%
3942923 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Redmi K80 by 42.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K80
$345
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
$892

Launch price difference: $547. Redmi K80 was $547 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (98/100 vs 82/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 (87/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (83/100 vs 68/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 by 20 points (87/100 vs 67/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Redmi K80 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 82/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

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