REDMI K80 Pro launched: New decade flagship starting at 500$

Redmi has officially announced the Redmi K80 Pro, dubbed “Redmi’s sincere work in the new decade,” at its K80 Grand Slam Dual Flagship Launch Event. The device features top-of-the-line specifications, innovative design, and an attractive price tag, starting at 3,699 yuan. (500 USD)

Key Features and Highlights

Performance

Processor: Equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite, optimized for flagship performance.
Gaming Capabilities: Equipped with a dedicated D1 gaming graphics card, enhanced by LPDDR5X memory and UFS 4.0 storage.
Thermal Management: Dual-loop 3D ice cooling and an upgraded Rage Engine 4.0 for sustained high performance.
Software: It runs on Xiaomi HyperOS 2, with the proprietary HyperCore HyperKernel, offering: Improvement of 43% in I/O performance. -26.9% quicker application launches. -38.4% fewer frame drops during extended use.

Battery and Charging

Battery: First-ever 120W Xiaomi Jinshajiang battery with a capacity of 6000mAh.
Wireless Charging: 50W wireless fast charging.
Chipset: Equipped with Xiaomi’s self-developed Pengpai G3 fast-charging chip and G1 power meter chip, ensuring efficiency and safety.

Display

Screen: 6.67-inch Huaxing M9 OLED flexible display, with : 3200×1440 resolution.
1800nit Full-screen brightness and 3200nit peak brightness. Up to 120Hz LTPS adaptive refresh, 12-bit color depth.
Eye Care: With Xiaomi Qingshan Eye Protection 2.0, DC dimming, and circular polarized light technology, it ensures that the visuals are flicker-free for viewing.

Camera System

Triple Rear Cameras: 50MP main sensor (LightHunter 800, OIS, 13.2EV dynamic range). -32MP ultra-wide sensor (120° field of view). Floating telephoto lens (50MP, 2.5X optical zoom, 10cm macro capability).
Front Camera: 20MP OmniVision OV20B40 sensor.
Advanced: Imaging powered by Xiaomi AISP 2.0 brings support to 20x super zoom and super close-up macro shots.

Design and Build

Hole-free top design with a top section engineered for an equal 50:50 weight balance.
New Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0, offering 20x enhancements for drop resistance.
Available in Snow Rock White, Mountain Green, and Mysterious Night Black.
Waterproof: most durable ever in K series history IP68+IP69.

Connectivity and AI Features

Network Support: 19 5G frequency bands with the Pengpai T1S signal chip for superior connectivity.
AI Touch: Enhanced recognition of complex gestures and scenarios.

Pricing and Variants

12GB+256GB: 3699 yuan
12GB + 512GB: 3,999 yuan
16GB + 512GB : 4,299 yuan
16GB + 1TB: 4,799 yuan

The Redmi K80 Pro is an exemplary smartphone that embodies premium design, flagship-grade features, and compelling pricing. Powerful in specification and considerate of thought, it’s ready to rewrite new standards for the Redmi K-series.