Redmi K80 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Redmi K80 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $345 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 67/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 has the bigger battery (6550 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 2,277,927).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Redmi K80 better?
- Bigger battery: 6550 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 213g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $999
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 2277927
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 22 points higher (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Redmi K80 — 68/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 (93/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2277927 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6550 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $345 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80
- 6550 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Redmi K80 by 36.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $654. Redmi K80 was $654 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 (93/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.