Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro Review: The Ultimate Flagship Killer of 2024?

December 14, 2024, 08:07 AM
by Md. Mehedi Hasan

UNB News
Publish- December 14, 2024, 08:07 AM
Md. Mehedi Hasan
Update- December 14, 2024, 08:31 AM

Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro

The Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro, launched on November 27, 2024, adds a powerful contender to Redmi’s popular K Series lineup. Positioned as the latest "flagship killer," this mid-range powerhouse boasts a multitasking gaming processor, a high-resolution display, reliable cameras, and a massive battery with fast-charging capabilities. Dive into the features, pros, cons, and pricing of the Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro to see if it lives up to the hype in Bangladesh.

Key Specs of Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro

Design

The Redmi K80 Pro features a glass and metal construction, offering a sleek and durable build. Its dimensions are 160.3 mm by 75 mm by 8.4 mm, with a thickness of 8.4 mm, making it relatively slim for a device in its class. Weighing either 212 g or 217 g, the phone feels heavier compared to the approximate 199g weight of the Honor 200 Pro and the OnePlus Nord 4.

The phone is available in multiple finishes, including Black, White, and a distinctive Lamborghini edition, providing users with varied aesthetic choices.

The device supports dual SIM functionality with Nano-SIM slots and dual stand-by capability. Furthermore, the Redmi K80 Pro is IP68 certified, ensuring resistance to dust and water, withstanding immersion up to 2.5 meters for 30 minutes.

Display

The Redmi K80 Pro is equipped with a 6.67-inch OLED display that supports 68 billion colours. It has a resolution of 1440 by 3200 pixels, higher than the Honor 200 Pro (1224 by 2700 pixels), and OnePlus Nord 4 (1240 by 2772 pixels), maintaining a 20:9 aspect ratio and a pixel density of approximately 526 PPI. Its screen achieves a high screen-to-body ratio of around 89.3%, offering an expansive viewing area.

K80 Pro features a refresh rate of 120Hz, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ for enhanced visual standards. The display has a peak brightness of 3200 nits, with 1800 nits in high brightness mode (HBM), ensuring visibility under varying lighting conditions. Longjing Glass 2 protects the screen, adding durability and resistance against damage.

Hardware and Performance

The Redmi K80 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, built on a 3nm architecture. The powerful chipset easily outperforms most other 4nm processors. Its octa-core processor includes two Oryon V2 Phoenix L cores clocked at 4.32 GHz and six Oryon V2 Phoenix M cores at 3.53 GHz, offering a balance of performance and efficiency. Graphics are handled by the Adreno 830 GPU, designed to support demanding applications and gaming.

Snapdragon 8 Elite is more powerful than Honor 200 Pro’s Snapdragon 8s 3rd Gen and OnePlus Nord 4’s Snapdragon 7+ 3rd Gen chipsets. Therefore, it can be expected that Redmi K80 Pro’s gaming performance will outperform the Honor 200 Pro and OnePlus Nord 4.

The device runs on Android 15 with HyperOS 2, enabling efficient system management and customization. Storage configurations include 256GB to 1TB, paired with 12GB or 16GB of RAM, leveraging UFS 4.0 technology for fast read and write speeds. These specifications ensure smooth multitasking, fast app loading, and optimal gaming performance.

Cameras

The Redmi K80 Pro features a triple-camera system designed for versatile photography and videography. The primary 50 MP wide camera has an f/1.6 aperture, a 24mm focal length, a 1/1.55" sensor, and a 1.0µm pixel size. It supports dual-pixel PDAF and optical image stabilization (OIS) for clear and detailed images. The 50 MP telephoto lens, with an f/2.0 aperture and 60mm focal length, provides 2.5x optical zoom and PDAF with a focus range starting from 10cm to infinity.

The ultrawide 32 MP lens features an f/2.2 aperture, a 15mm focal length, and a 120˚ field of view for capturing wide-angle scenes.

K80 Pro’s video recording capability reaches up to 8K at 24fps with gyro-EIS for stability; while the Honor 200 Pro and OnePlus Nord 4 can capture 4k footage at maximum.

The front 20 MP wide camera supports HDR and gyro-EIS, recording 1080p video at 30/60fps. Additional features include LED flash, HDR, and panorama modes. However, it lags behind Honor 200 Pro’s 50MP selfie sensor offering a maximum of 4k video recording capacity.

Battery and Charger

The Redmi K80 Pro is equipped with a non-removable Si/C 6000mAh battery, designed to support extended usage. Its battery size is bigger than the Honor 200 Pro (5200mAh) and the OnePlus Nord 4 (5500mAh).

The device supports 120W wired charging, is compliant with PD3.0 and QC3+ standards, and enables a full charge in approximately 28 minutes, as advertised.

The phone includes 50W wireless charging, providing an alternative charging method for users who prefer wireless setups. This combination of high-capacity battery and fast charging options ensures efficient energy management and flexibility for various charging preferences.

However, the Honor 200 Pro offers reverse wired and reverse wireless charging facilities. The provision of these features could make the K80 Pro a better deal.

Audio and Connectivity

The Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro features stereo speakers with Hi-Res audio and Snapdragon Sound for enhanced wireless audio quality. It supports Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and NFC, offering advanced connectivity options. The device includes dual-frequency GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, and NavIC for accurate navigation.

However, the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack might be inconvenient for some users. Instead, it supports high-quality wireless audio codecs such as aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, and LHDC 5. Connectivity ports include a USB Type-C with OTG support, but there is no FM radio.

Pros and Cons of the Redmi K80 Pro

Pros

- 5G and NFC support
- IP68 dust/water resistance and Longjing Glass 2
- FHD+ OLED display, 120Hz refresh
- 68B colors, 3200 nits brightness
- Android 15 with HyperOS 2
- Powerful gaming chipset
- 2.5x optical zoom, Ultrawide lens
- 8K video with gyro EIS
- 6000mAh battery
- 120W wired, 50W wireless charging
- Stereo speakers, infrared port.

Cons

- No audio jack
- No microSDXC slot
- No reverse charging
- Selfie camera limited to 1080p video

Price of Redmi K80 Pro in Bangladesh

K80 Pro is unofficially available at around 65000 Tk. The official price of the Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro in Bangladesh may vary due to tax and other issues.

Conclusion

The Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro is a premium mid-range smartphone launched on November 27, 2024. It boasts a durable glass-metal design, a vibrant 6.67-inch OLED display with 120Hz refresh, and Longjing Glass 2 protection. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, it excels in gaming and multitasking. The triple-camera system includes a 50 MP primary lens and 8K video capabilities. It has a 6000mAh battery, 120W wired, and 50W wireless charging, which ensures long-lasting usage. While it supports advanced connectivity options, it lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack, microSDXC slot, and reverse charging.