Redmi K80 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Redmi K80 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $345 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 67/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 has the bigger battery (6550 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 2,277,927); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is thinner (5.0mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Redmi K80 better?
- Bigger battery: 6550 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Lighter: 213g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $1639
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 2277927
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 6511
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 19 points higher (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi K80 — 68/100, Xiaomi 18 Fold — 80/100; 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 Fold notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2277927 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6550 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.1 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $345 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80
- 6550 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Redmi K80 by 56.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1294. Redmi K80 was $1294 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (99/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 (85/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Redmi K80 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi K80 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi K80 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.