In November 2024, Redmi introduced the Redmi K80 and K80 Pro smartphones in China. There are plans for the brand to broaden the K80 series by launching the Redmi K80 Ultra later this year. A recent post on Weibo by the tipster Digital Chat Station appears to have disclosed important specifications of the K80 Ultra months before its official release.
Rumored Specifications of the Redmi K80 Ultra
Earlier this year, Redmi launched the Redmi K70 Ultra, which is equipped with the Dimensity 9300 Plus chipset, in July 2024. This pattern hints that the Redmi K80 Ultra might launch around the same period this year. Although the tipster didn’t specifically name the device in the latest information, it seems he might have provided key details about the K80 Ultra ahead of its release.
Display and Build Quality
According to DCS’ leak, the current engineering model of the Redmi K80 Ultra features a flat OLED display with narrow bezels on all sides. It is believed to support a 1.5K resolution and include an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. This upcoming model, similar to the K70 Ultra, will sport a metal middle frame and an IP68-rated chassis that protects against dust and water, ensuring it’s a sturdy device.
The K80 Ultra will come with the Dimensity 9400 Plus chipset. Additionally, the leak suggests that the K80 Ultra will boast a battery capacity of no less than 6,500mAh. This is a notable upgrade compared to the 5,500mAh battery found in its predecessor.
Competition in the Market
Another leak from the same source indicates that iQOO, Realme, and OnePlus are also gearing up to launch smartphones powered by the Dimensity 9400 Plus by mid-2025. The tentative names for these devices include iQOO Neo 10S Pro, Realme Neo 7 Pro, and OnePlus Ace 5s. Among these, the Realme and OnePlus models are expected to come with a 1.5K resolution OLED display featuring a sleek design, a metal middle frame, a glass or fiberglass body, a good primary camera, and a battery that exceeds 7,000mAh. While the Realme smartphone will utilize an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor, the OnePlus model will be equipped with an optical fingerprint scanner. It appears the tipster also mentioned that the iQOO Neo 10S Pro could be the first phone to launch with the D9400+ chip.
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