Redmi K80 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Redmi K80 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6; launch prices were $345 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 67/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6550); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,888,150 vs 2,277,927).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Redmi K80 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $845
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4888150 vs 2277927
- Better Geekbench Single: 4301 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12490 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6550 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 213g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 25 points higher (92/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (87/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Redmi K80 — 68/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro — 98/100; 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 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Redmi K80 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2277927 | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 12490 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6550 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 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 | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.1 mm | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $345 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80
- 6550 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 and Xiaomi 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro leads Redmi K80 by 53.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Redmi K80 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (100/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 (100/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (87/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Redmi K80 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 by 25 points (92/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Redmi K80 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Redmi K80 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.