Redmi K80 passes 3C certification, key specs revealed, supports 90W fast charging

The new phone from Xiaomi, with the model number 24117RK2CC, finally passed China’s 3C quality certification on October 24, 2024. It has been reported to be the Redmi K80 under the K-series by Xiaomi and is expected to bring in massive upgrades in charging speed and display quality.

Key Specifications and Features of Redmi K80:

Fast Charging: 3C certification confirms the Redmi K80 will support up to 90W fast charging. In any case, this is a significant increase in K-series charging speed for swifter and more convenient battery top-ups.
Wireless Charging: Among those, the key upgrade for the series consists of returning wireless charging to the K80 series. The base Redmi K80 will go for 30W wireless charging itself, while a higher variant, the K80 Pro, takes it a step higher where it features 50W wireless charging capabilities, placing the series as really capable in both the mid-range and flagship sectors.
Display: The Redmi K80 series will be built around a 6.67-inch 2K display, coupled with a 120Hz refresh rate. The supply of this display will come from TCL Huaxing. Also, the panel material of the display has been upgraded from C8 to C9, promising enhanced brightness, color accuracy, and energy efficiency, making for an even more immersive visual experience.
Processors: Specifically, the standard version of Redmi K80 will directly employ the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, and its performance is absolutely at the flagship level. The Pro edition would gain further power from the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for gaming, multitasking, and AI-driven applications with higher performance and efficiency.
Camera: The series will boast a triple camera setup with the primary camera coming in at 50MP. This should provide great photography since there is an improvement in AI features and better low light performance.

The Redmi K80 series is rapidly turning out to be a powerhouse of both performance and convenience with options like 90W fast charging and wireless charging, along with top-of-the-line Snapdragon processors. It’s also being expected that the Redmi K80 series should make a real difference in the market by continuing the brand tradition of offering high-end features at competitive prices. The Redmi K80 series also boasts a 2K 120Hz display and a heavy camera setup. More details regarding the launch are expected soon since Xiaomi prepares to take covers off officially.