Those looking for a mid-range handset with good hardware and a good camera already have new models to sign up for: Xiaomi is updating its Switch lineup with five new models. Redmi Note 13 and Redmi Note 13 5G They sit at the base of the pyramid, two sufficiently accessible smartphones that promise a positive experience. Will they be worthy heirs of Redmi Note 12?

Yes, Xiaomi has managed to stand out in the upper segment with models that are on par with the best, but the place where it achieves the highest sales figures is in the middle class. And this is not surprising: each year’s Redmi Notes offer such a variety of options that There is no use outside the scope. From this year and with a good quality-price ratio? Redmi Note 13 simply. What does 5G add? There is a connected variant: Redmi Note 13 5G. Let’s see what they give on paper.

Technical page of Redmi Note 13 and Redmi Note 13 5G

A shy evolution with special attention to power and camera

Redmi Note 13

Regarding the Redmi Note 12 and Redmi Note 12 5G, the new models have a very similar design that does not conflict with Xiaomi’s highest series either. Straight edges for contours, combination of plastic materials, Splash-proof with IP54 certification and the fingerprint reader under the screen in the case of the Redmi Note. Redmi Note 13 5G attaches the fingerprint reader to the side, like last year’s models.

In terms of display, both Redmi Note 13 and 5G version 6.67 inch AMOLED panel There is a punch-hole at the top center to make room for the 16-megapixel selfie camera. Refresh up to 120 Hz and significant differences in brightness: the 4G model goes up to 1,800 nits, while the Redmi Note 5G remains at 1,000 nits.

Redmi Note 13 5G

For raw power, Xiaomi once again relies on Qualcomm, but also on MediaTek: Snapdragon 685 for Redmi Note (no variations) and Dimensity 6080 for Redmi Note 5G (principally based on Redmi’s Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 is an improvement on Note 12 5G). Base storage increases with 128 and 256 GB variants; It has 6 and 8 GB RAM memory. Both offer space expansion via micro SD: dual SIM tray is hybrid; so you have to choose: either two simultaneous SIM or Sim and SD.

The photographic aspect raises the numbers 108 megapixel camera as the main camera in both models. It’s bright enough on paper, thanks to the f/1.75 aperture, complemented by an 8-megapixel secondary camera with a wide-angle lens. The third camera is the usual filler 2-megapixel macro. It definitely cannot be used like other models.

Left, Redmi Note 13; right, Redmi Note 13 5G

To round out the list of options, both phones offer: 5,000 mAh battery with 33W fast charging (charger included), they protect the infrared emitter, they are both splash-proof (IP54 certified) and they include a headphone jack. Interestingly, the Redmi Note 13 has dual stereo speakers; This is something missing in the Redmi Note 13 5G. Both support Dolby Atmos.

Price and availability of Redmi Note 13 and Redmi Note 13 5G

The two phones will be available with launch offers (Early Booking) this January in the case of the 4G model. Prices are as follows:

• Redmi Note 13 6/128GB. 199.99 euros.
• Redmi Note 13 8/128GB. 199.99 Euros to 229.99 Euros for Early Bird (between 15 January – 4 February).
• Redmi Note 13 8/256GB. 229.99 Euros to 249.99 Euros for Early Bird (between 15 January – 4 February).
• Redmi Note 13 5G 6/128GB. 279.99 euros.
• Redmi Note 13 5G 8/256GB. 299.99 euros.

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