Just a few days after launching the new Poco brand phones, Xiaomi has officially announced the new Redmi Note 12, its new series of mid-range phones that is made up of five new models; which include two variants with 4G connectivity, two with 5G and a Pro+ model with more powerful specifications. The two most economical mobile phones in this range are the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G and Redmi Note 13 5G; which are, in fact, very similar to each other. However, they also include important differences.
As their names indicate, the Redmi Note 13 4G and Note 13 5G are differentiated by connectivity, which in turn is conditioned by the processor model. The Redmi Note 13 4G, which is the most economical model of the entire new series, arrives with a Snapdragon 685 SoC —same chip that we saw in the Redmi Note 12—. The 5G model, on the other hand, includes a MediaTek Dimensity 6080. In both cases, yes, with variants of 6 and 8 GB of RAM, as well as storage attempts of 128 or 256 GB.
Both the 4G and 5G models also arrive with a 5,000 mAh battery and a 33W fast charge. The two variants also include NFC connectivity, although different Bluetooth versions; 5.1 for the 4G version and 5.3 for the 5G model. There is also a curious little difference in the audio. In addition, and although both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack, as well as support for Dolby Atmos sound, only the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G has stereo sound.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G and Note 13 5G, technical sheet
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G | |
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Screen | 6.67” AMOLED with FHD+ resolution and 120 Hz refresh rate. 1,800 nits brightness. | 6.67” AMOLED with FHD+ resolution and 120 Hz refresh rate. 1,000 nits brightness. |
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 6080 |
Connectivity | 4G, NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, 5GHz | 5G, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, 5GHz |
RAM | 6 and 8 GB | 6 and 8 GB |
Storage | 128 and 256 GB | 128 and 256 GB |
main camera | 108 megapixel f/1.7 | 108 megapixel f/1.7 |
ultra wide angle camera | 8 megapixel f/2.2 | 8 megapixel f/2.2 |
macro camera | 2 megapixel f/2.4 | 2 megapixel f/2.4 |
Frontal camera | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
Loading speed | 33W, charger included in the box | 33W, charger included in the box |
Biometrics | Fingerprint reader under the screen | Fingerprint reader on the side |
Dust and water resistance | Unspecified | Unspecified |
Available colours | Black, blue, green | Blue, green, black, white |
Price | From 199.99 euros | From 279.99 euros |
Same cameras and a screen with minuscule differences
The photographic section is exactly the same in both models. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G and 5G arrive, therefore, with a 108 megapixel main sensor.
Both are accompanied by a second 8 megapixel ultra wide angle camera which also has an f/2.2 aperture. It is followed by a third 8 megapixel macro sensor with an f/2.4 aperture. The front camera, both the 4G and 5G models, is 16 megapixels.
As for the screen, we could also say that the two variants are the same, with two exceptions: the brightness and resistance of the panel.
To start, both the Redmi Note 12 4G and the 5G model have a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel. They also include a Full HD+ resolution, as well as a 120 Hz refresh rate. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G, on the other hand, has a maximum brightness of 1,000 nits, while the Redmi Note 13 4G reaches 1800 nits of brightness. The 4G version also has Gorilla Glass 5, while the 4G variant has Gorilla Glass 3.
And ending with the screen; The Redmi Note 13 4G has a Fingerprint reader under the panel. The 5G model, on the other hand, has a fingerprint sensor located on the side, despite the fact that both have exactly the same design; except for the bezels, which are also slightly narrower on the 5G model.
Price and availability of the new Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G and 5G
Both the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G and the Redmi Note 13 5G can now be purchased in Spain. The 4G model is available in black, mint green and blue. The 5G version has an additional color: an arctic white. These are the prices for the different RAM and storage configurations.
- Xiaomi Redmi 13 4G with 6 GB + 128 GB: 199.99 euros.
- Xiaomi Redmi 13 4G with 8 GB + 128 GB: 229.99 euros.
- Xiaomi Redmi 13 4G with 8 GB + 256 GB: 249.99 euros.
- Xiaomi Redmi 13 5G with 6 GB+ 128 GB: 279.99 euros.
- Xiaomi Redmi 13 5G with 8 GB + 256 GB: 299.99 euros.