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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£180
  • Avg. price in US: ~$210
  • Max flight time: 20 min
  • Video resolution: 2K/30 fps
  • Max transmission distance: 0.8 km

Potensic D80 review. Compare 95 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among drones and if it is worth buying.

5.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.5

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
5.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

26.0%

4.8

Flight

24.0%

5.6

Camera

20.0%

6.4

Safety

16.0%

6.2

Connectivity

14.0%

4.6

Battery & Design

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the drone.

When it matters: When you want to know how a drone performs in real flights and how reliable it is for stability, video capture, and controls according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

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    Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
    All: ranking among all products in the database.

    Technical Specifications of drone Potensic D80

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    26.0%

    ?

    Flight

    24.0%

    ?

    Camera

    20.0%

    ?

    Safety

    16.0%

    ?

    Connectivity

    14.0%

    ?

    Battery & Design

    5.5
    Potensic D80 has a technical score of 5.49 points, which is lower than that of 67.5% of products in this category.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the drone.

    When it matters: When you want to know how a drone performs in real flights and how reliable it is for stability, video capture, and controls according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

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    Popularity
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drone.
    When it matters: When you prefer to choose a drone reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
    1.0
    Potensic D80 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 52% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    What it is: An indicator that combines the drone's overall rating with its cost.

    When it matters: When you are looking for a drone with a good balance between flight quality, camera features, and price.

    Score components:

    60.0%

    5.5

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.6

    Price

    6.7
    Potensic D80 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.7 points, which is lower than 55.8% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
    When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Potensic
    Max flight time
    What it is: The quoted endurance shows how long the drone can stay airborne on one battery in ideal conditions.
    When it matters: When you want longer flights from each battery.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=30

    20 min
    Potensic D80 has a max flight time of 20 min, shorter than 54% of drones and equal to 5.3%.
    Real-world flight time is often lower than the advertised maximum.
    Max flight distance
    What it is: The range figure indicates how far the drone can travel while maintaining control and telemetry.
    When it matters: When you plan longer routes and want more range margin.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10

    1 km
    Potensic D80 has a max flight distance of 1 km, shorter-range than 54.8% of drones and equal to 6.2%.
    Max flight speed
    What it is: The maximum horizontal speed defines how quickly the drone can move across a scene.
    When it matters: When you want quicker movement or smoother tracking of fast subjects.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=50

    11.11 km/h
    Potensic D80 has a max flight speed of 11.11 km/h, slower than 67.5% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Max wind resistance
    What it is: The wind resistance rating shows how much wind speed the drone can handle while staying controllable.
    When it matters: When you fly in windy conditions.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10.5

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    Video resolution
    What it is: The listed recording format states maximum capture resolution and frame rate.
    When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 4K+

    2K/30 fps
    Potensic D80 records video at 2K/30 fps, lower than 61.7% of drones and equal to 2%.
    4K camera
    What it is: Indicates whether the drone supports 4K or higher video recording.
    When it matters: When you want a drone that can record in 4K or a higher video resolution.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Potensic D80 lacks 4K video support, while 65.2% of drones support it.
    Sensor size
    What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.
    When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 1 inch or larger

    ?
    Main camera megapixels
    What it is: The megapixel count states how many millions of pixels the main sensor captures per photo.
    When it matters: When you want more detail for photos or cropping.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=12

    ?
    Max movie bitrate
    What it is: The bitrate indicates how much video data is recorded each second, usually in Mbps.
    When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=100

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    Obstacle detection
    What it is: Indicates whether the drone can detect obstacles and warn the pilot or avoid them automatically.
    When it matters: When you fly near trees, buildings, or other obstacles.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Omnidirectional

    no
    Potensic D80 lacks obstacle detection, while 34.7% of drones offer it.
    Return to Home (RTH)
    What it is: Indicates whether the drone can automatically return to its takeoff point when needed.
    When it matters: When signal drops or the battery gets low.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Smart RTH

    yes
    Potensic D80 includes return-to-home (RTH), and 74.3% of drones provide it.
    GPS
    What it is: Indicates whether the drone can use GPS positioning for navigation and stabilisation.
    When it matters: When you want steadier flight and more reliable positioning.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Potensic D80 has GPS, and 69% of drones offer GPS navigation.
    GNSS systems supported
    What it is: Lists the satellite navigation systems the drone can use, such as GPS, Galileo, or GLONASS.
    When it matters: When this part of flying or filming matters to you.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: GPS+Galileo+GLONASS

    GPS, GLONASS
    Potensic D80 supports GPS, GLONASS GNSS systems, which are less comprehensive than those of 51.8% of drones and the same as those of 29.5% of drones.
    Obstacle sensing directions
    What it is: The listed sensing coverage shows which directions the drone can monitor for obstacles.
    When it matters: When you fly near trees, buildings, or other obstacles.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Omnidirectional

    N/A
    Potensic D80 senses obstacles in N/A directions, which is the same as that of 51.7% of drones.
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    Max transmission distance
    What it is: The maximum transmission distance indicates the farthest stable control-and-video link under ideal conditions.
    When it matters: When you plan longer routes and want more range margin.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10

    0.8 km
    Potensic D80 has a max transmission distance of 0.8 km, shorter-range than 58.2% of drones and equal to 0.7%.
    Transmission latency
    What it is: The transmission latency measures delay between camera capture, pilot view, and control response.
    When it matters: When you want the live view to feel more responsive.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=130

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    Video transmission system
    What it is: The transmission system value identifies the radio-link technology used for control and live feed.
    When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Digital low-latency

    Wi-Fi
    Potensic D80 uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, which is more advanced than that of 1.4% of drones and the same as that of 49.3% of drones.
    Live view quality
    What it is: The live-view mode defines resolution and frame rate of the pilot feed.
    When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 1080p+

    1,080p@30 fps
    Potensic D80 offers live view quality of 1080p@30 fps, higher-quality than 54% of drones and equal to 22.6%.
    Remote control
    What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated handheld remote controller is included or supported.
    When it matters: When you want easier control and monitoring in the field.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Dedicated controller

    yes
    Potensic D80 includes a remote control, and 96.1% of drones ship with one.
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    Battery capacity
    What it is: The battery capacity shows how much electric charge the pack can store, commonly in mAh.
    When it matters: When you want longer sessions before changing batteries.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=3500

    1,800 mAh
    Potensic D80 has a battery capacity of 1800 mAh, smaller than 60.8% of drones and equal to 2.6%.
    Battery energy
    What it is: The battery energy figure, usually in Wh, describes total available energy in the pack.
    When it matters: When you want longer sessions before changing batteries.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=40

    13.32 Wh
    Potensic D80 has battery energy of 13.32 Wh, lower than 59.3% of drones and equal to 0.7%.
    Charging time
    What it is: The charging time measures how long a depleted battery needs to reach full charge.
    When it matters: When you want shorter turnaround between flights.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=90

    300 min
    Potensic D80 charges in 300 min, slower than 91.8% of drones and equal to 4.1%.
    Weight
    What it is: The measured mass of the drone body and flight hardware, usually in grams.
    When it matters: When you want the drone to be easier to carry or pack.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <=900

    440 g
    Potensic D80 weighs 440 g, heavier than 63.3% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Removable battery
    What it is: Indicates whether the flight battery can be removed and swapped by the user.
    When it matters: When you want to swap batteries quickly between flights.

    Importance: LOW

    yes
    Potensic D80 has a removable battery, and 99.4% of drones include one.
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    Potensic D80 vs the average drone

    • 30 ° wider field of view
      Potensic D80 has a wider field of view than the average drone (120 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
      What it is: The field-of-view angle shows how wide the camera can capture in one frame.
      When it matters: When you want a wider or tighter look from the camera.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 75-90

      Potensic D80 has a wider field of view than the average drone (120 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.120 ° vs 90 °
    • Higher live view quality
      Potensic D80 has better live view quality than the average drone (1,080p@30 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1,080p@25 fps.
      What it is: The live-view mode defines resolution and frame rate of the pilot feed.
      When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 1080p+

      Potensic D80 has better live view quality than the average drone (1,080p@30 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1,080p@25 fps.1,080p@30 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps
    • Supports headless mode
      Potensic D80 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
      What it is: Indicates whether the drone offers a headless mode that keeps controls relative to the pilot position.
      When it matters: When you want simpler directional control that is easier to learn for beginner flying.

      Importance: LOW

      Potensic D80 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • 30 ° wider field of view
      Potensic D80 has a wider field of view than the average drone (120 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    • Supports headless mode
      Potensic D80 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • Higher live view quality
      Potensic D80 has better live view quality than the average drone (1,080p@30 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1,080p@25 fps.

    Total
    Camera
    Safety
    Connectivity
    • 3,850 m lower max service ceiling
      Potensic D80 can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (150 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.
      Stored as app/software altitude limit fallback.
    • 4.89 km/h slower flight speed
      Potensic D80 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (11.1 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
    • Non-foldable design
      Potensic D80 does not have a foldable design, while the average drone does.
    • 3 min shorter flight time
      Potensic D80 offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (20 min vs 23 min). The average drone offers 23 min of max flight time.
      Real-world flight time is often lower than the advertised maximum.
    • 1 km shorter flight distance
      Potensic D80 has a shorter max flight distance than the average drone (1 km vs 2 km). The average drone can fly up to 2 km.
    • Lower video resolution
      Potensic D80 supports lower video resolution than the average drone (2K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.
    • 1 axis lower gimbal axes
      Potensic D80 has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.
    • Lower photo resolution
      Potensic D80 supports lower photo resolution than the average drone (2,048x 1,080 MP vs 4,000x3,000 MP). The average drone supports 4,000x3,000 MP photo resolution.
    • No 4K video
      Potensic D80 does not support 4K video, while the average drone does.
    • Fewer GNSS systems
      Potensic D80 supports GPS, GLONASS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
    • No beginner mode
      Potensic D80 does not include beginner mode, while the average drone does.
    • 1 fewer intelligent flight mode/s
      Potensic D80 has a lower n. of intelligent flight modes than the average drone (3 vs 4). The average drone value is 4.
      Follow Me, POI, Waypoint Flight
    • 0.71 km shorter transmission distance
      Potensic D80 has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (0.8 km vs 1,507 km). The average drone reaches 1,507 km of transmission distance.
    • 210 min longer charging time
      Potensic D80 charges more slowly than the average drone (300 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    • 163.5 mm larger width
      Potensic D80 is wider than the average drone (410 mm vs 246.5 mm). The average drone width is 246.5 mm.
    • 125 mm larger length
      Potensic D80 has a greater length than the average drone (410 mm vs 285 mm). The average drone length is 285 mm.
    • 76.7% heavier weight
      Potensic D80 is heavier than the average drone (440 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.
    • 430 mAh lower battery capacity
      Potensic D80 has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1,800 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.
    • 3 year/s older release date
      Potensic D80 is older than the average drone (2,018 vs 2,021). The average drone was released in 2,021.
      April 2,018
    • 4 Wh lower battery energy
      Potensic D80 has lower battery energy than the average drone (13.3 Wh vs 17.32 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.32 Wh of energy.
    • 10 mm larger height
      Potensic D80 has a greater height than the average drone (75 mm vs 65 mm). The average drone height is 65 mm.
    • Lower video resolution
      Potensic D80 supports lower video resolution than the average drone (2K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.
      What it is: The listed recording format states maximum capture resolution and frame rate.
      When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 4K+

      Potensic D80 supports lower video resolution than the average drone (2K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.2K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
    • 210 min longer charging time
      Potensic D80 charges more slowly than the average drone (300 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
      What it is: The charging time measures how long a depleted battery needs to reach full charge.
      When it matters: When you want shorter turnaround between flights.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: <=90

      Potensic D80 charges more slowly than the average drone (300 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.300 min vs 90 min
    • 3,850 m lower max service ceiling
      Potensic D80 can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (150 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.
      Stored as app/software altitude limit fallback.
      What it is: The service ceiling indicates the maximum altitude where the drone can maintain normal performance.
      When it matters: When you fly at higher elevations.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=4000

      Potensic D80 can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (150 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.150 m vs 4,000 m
    • 4.89 km/h slower flight speed
      Potensic D80 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (11.1 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
      What it is: The maximum horizontal speed defines how quickly the drone can move across a scene.
      When it matters: When you want quicker movement or smoother tracking of fast subjects.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=50

      Potensic D80 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (11.1 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.11.11 km/h vs 16 km/h
    • 1 axis lower gimbal axes
      Potensic D80 has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.
      What it is: The gimbal axis count describes how many directions the camera is mechanically stabilized.
      When it matters: When you want steadier-looking video.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: 3-axis

      Potensic D80 has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.0 axis vs 1 axis
    • 163.5 mm larger width
      Potensic D80 is wider than the average drone (410 mm vs 246.5 mm). The average drone width is 246.5 mm.
      What it is: The physical width describes the drone's side-to-side size: the second W value in its Length x Width x Height (L x W x H) dimensions set.
      When it matters: When you want a clearer picture of the drone's footprint and how much lateral space it needs in use or in a case.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: <=300

      Potensic D80 is wider than the average drone (410 mm vs 246.5 mm). The average drone width is 246.5 mm.410 mm vs 246.5 mm
    • Fewer GNSS systems
      Potensic D80 supports GPS, GLONASS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
      What it is: Lists the satellite navigation systems the drone can use, such as GPS, Galileo, or GLONASS.
      When it matters: When this part of flying or filming matters to you.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: GPS+Galileo+GLONASS

      Potensic D80 supports GPS, GLONASS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.GPS, GLONASS vs GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
    • Lower photo resolution
      Potensic D80 supports lower photo resolution than the average drone (2,048x 1,080 MP vs 4,000x3,000 MP). The average drone supports 4,000x3,000 MP photo resolution.
      What it is: The photo resolution shows output pixel dimensions of still images.
      When it matters: When this part of flying or filming matters to you.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: >=12

      Potensic D80 supports lower photo resolution than the average drone (2,048x 1,080 MP vs 4,000x3,000 MP). The average drone supports 4,000x3,000 MP photo resolution.2,048x 1,080 MP vs 4,000x3,000 MP
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    Safety
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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Potensic D80?

    • Stable flight performance even in light breezes due to GPS and brushless motors
    • High-resolution 2K/1080p imagery when using an onboard micro SD card
    • User-friendly features including One-Key Take-Off/Landing and Headless Mode
    • Strong control range reaching up to 600–800 meters in ideal conditions
    • Helpful safety functions such as automatic Return to Home on low battery or signal loss

    What customers dislike about Potensic D80?

    • Fixed camera design that cannot be tilted or panned remotely during flight
    • Extremely long battery recharge time, often taking up to 5 hours
    • Lack of essential accessories like propeller guards or spare blades in the basic kit
    • Occasional blocky video quality when recording directly to a smartphone via Wi-Fi
    • Non-functional 'dummy' buttons on the controller that can be confusing for new users

    Expert reviews

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    Potensic D80 Drone Expert's Review - Moon and Back

    The Potensic D80 is a brushless, GPS-enabled camera drone designed for intermediate users, featuring a durable frame with a stable, windy-condition-capable design. Key capabilities include 2K video recording to an SD card, a 2,600-foot range, and reliable GPS functions like Return to Home and headless mode. Pros include its robust build, stable flight, and 2K video, while cons...Read more

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    produktgetestet.jimdoweb.com
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    Potensic D80 Quadrocopter - Crashtest Produkttester

    The Potensic D80 is a robust, brushless GPS quadcopter suited for intermediate pilots, featuring high speeds up to 25 mph and stable, dual GPS/GLONASS-assisted flight. It is durable with rubber-capped landing gear but lacks propeller guards, making it strictly an outdoor drone. Key functional pros include a 2K FHD camera recording to an SD card, alongside smart features like "Follow...Read more

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    forumdrone.fr
    05/01/2019
    Nouveau drone : D80 Potensic

    The Snaptain SP600, reviewed on forumdrone.fr, is characterized as a beginner-friendly drone with a design mimicking the DJI Phantom, offering an affordable entry point for novices. While suitable for basic flight practice and learning, it lacks advanced GPS stability and high-quality camera capabilities found in professional models. The drone is praised for its robust design and...Read more

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    lecafedugeek.fr
    20/03/2026
    Test - Potensic D80 : ce drone GPS met tout le monde d'accord

    The Potensic D80, reviewed by Le Café du Geek, is positioned as a high-performance GPS drone offering significant value through its robust brushless motors and 5G Wi-Fi enabled 2K camera. Key performance aspects include a flight range of up to 1000 meters and 16-20 minutes of flight time, supported by dual GPS/GLONASS positioning for stability. While the drone is praised for its...Read more

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    guide-drone.com
    22/12/2018
    Les drones de la marque Potensic

    Potensic has established itself as a leading budget-friendly, sub-250g drone alternative to DJI with its Atom series, featuring the 4K-enabled Atom and Atom 2, along with the entry-level Atom SE. Key pros include exceptional portability, beginner-friendly design, Level 5 wind resistance, and advanced features like AI tracking and automated "QuickShots". However, significant cons...Read more

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    moonandback.com
    21/01/2024
    Potensic D80 Drone Expert's Review - Moon and Back

    The Potensic D80 is identified as a robust, mid-range drone tailored for intermediate pilots, featuring solid construction, GPS/GLONASS positioning, and a 2K camera for SD card recording. While praised for its stable, 20-minute flight time and responsive handling, the review notes the camera cannot be adjusted mid-flight and that live app streaming is limited to 720p. Key pros...Read more

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