{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/vivo-v80-vs-xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T09:43:34+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Vivo V80 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max",
    "answer": "The Vivo V80 is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 93 against 85 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance and value for money. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max still wins on battery & charging, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Vivo V80 is the cheaper of the two at PKR 139,999 against PKR 174,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Vivo V80",
            "slug": "vivo-v80",
            "brand": "Vivo",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/vivo/vivo-v80/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-3-2026-11_21_47-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 139999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-07-19T06:35:11+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 86.4,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 92.5,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 87.5,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 93.4
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "August–September 2026 (Expected)",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68 Dust & Water Resistance IP69 High-Pressure Water Resistance"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.59-inch",
                    "Resolution": "1260 × 2800 Pixels (1.5K)",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED 120Hz–144Hz"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-Core 1× Cortex-X4 @ 3.0 GHz 4× Cortex-A720 3× Cortex-A520",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 735",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16 Funtouch OS 16 / OriginOS 6"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8GB / 12GB LPDDR5X",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB / 512GB UFS 4.1 Storage",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "200MP Main Camera 50MP Telephoto Camera OIS (Expected) LED Flash HDR Panorama",
                    "Selfie camera": "50MP Selfie Camera",
                    "Video recording": "4K @ 30/60fps 1080p @ 30/60fps Gyro-EIS"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Po (Non-removable) 7000mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "90W Wired Fast Charging (expected) USB Type-C Port Reverse Charging Support (expected)"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 6",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Under-Display Fingerprint Sensor Accelerometer Gyroscope Compass Proximity Sensor Ambient Light Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0 OTG support"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max",
            "slug": "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max",
            "brand": "Redmi",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/redmi/xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-11-2026-10_44_16-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 174999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-11T06:07:20+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 63,
                "camera": 97,
                "battery": 95,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 87.5,
                "value": 74.6,
                "overall": 85.2
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "Expected in 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "163.4 × 78.3 × 8.6 mm",
                    "Weight": "Approximately 229.5 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68-rated protection; exact Xiaomi test conditions to be confirmed"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.83 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1280 × 2772 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED",
                    "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Dimensity 7500 — reported",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core",
                    "GPU": "Mali GPU",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16 HyperOS 3"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8GB / 12GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB / 512GB UFS",
                    "Card slot": "Dedicated microSDXC Slot"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50MP + 8MP — reported OIS, PDAF, HDR, Panorama, LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "32MP",
                    "Video recording": "Up to 4K — reported"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Si/C Li-Ion (Silicon-Carbon) Battery 9210 mAh Non-removable",
                    "Wired charging": "100W wired fast charging Reverse Charging 22.5W wired"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint Sensor Under-display Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity Sensor Compass Ambient Light Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "vivo-v80",
        "margin": 8.2,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "vivo-v80": 86.4,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 63
                },
                "leader": "vivo-v80"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "vivo-v80": 98,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 97
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "vivo-v80": 92.5,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 95
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "vivo-v80": 100,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "vivo-v80": 87.5,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 87.5
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "vivo-v80": 100,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 74.6
                },
                "leader": "vivo-v80"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Vivo V80 costs PKR 35,000 less.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max packs a 2,210 mAh larger battery.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max charges 10W faster.",
        "Vivo V80 has a 150 MP higher-resolution main sensor."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Vivo V80 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Vivo V80 comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 8.2 points. It wins on performance and value for money. Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Vivo V80 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Vivo V80 is listed at PKR 139,999 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max at PKR 174,999. That makes Vivo V80 cheaper by PKR 35,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Vivo V80 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max leads on battery. Vivo V80 carries a 7000 mAh cell and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max a 9210 mAh cell, with 90W and 100W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Vivo V80 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Vivo V80 is the stronger gaming phone here. Vivo V80 runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4nm) while Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max runs the MediaTek Dimensity 7500 — reported."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}