Although comparisons of high-end mobile phones are something everyone wants to read, here at Androidphoria we know that this is not the place where the best sellers are. They are medium and low-end devices that support the market, so we will consider them.
And speaking properly about them, today we decided to compare the two most recent smartphones in one of the low-end series. We know many are eyeing the new Redmi 13C, but are debating between it and the 2022 Redmi 12C. Which of them should you buy? Are there significant differences? We compare the Redmi 13C. Redmi 12C to get all the answers
Specifications Comparison Chart: Xiaomi Redmi 13C Vs. Redmi 12C
The design of the Redmi 13C does not look like a low-end mobile phone and the screen has also been improved
Although the Redmi 12C is not an ugly mobile phone, its rounded sides and rear design are not up to the current market standards. This Makes it look old. And at the same time, “I’m a cheap mobile!” On the other hand, this doesn’t happen when you see the Redmi 13C.
Yes, that’s right. Xiaomi continues to bet on plastic on the back., but in Redmi 13C chooses a flat surface or a mirror-like design (depending on the selected color). In addition, the vertical bezels and camera module clearly lift the Redmi Note 13, which is a mid-range device. In other words, the Redmi 13C can pass as a more expensive device, which the 12C accidentally failed to do.
In addition, the improvements on the exterior also go through the screen. The Redmi 13C has a slightly larger IPS panel. (6.74 “vs. 6.71”), also brighter (600 vs. 500 nits) and faster (90 vs. 60 Hz). The latter is the most important change in the screen, as the user experience of your mobile will be more fluid if you buy the Redmi 13C.
Same processor, but new lower and higher RAM and storage.
Both Redmi 13C and 12C are equipped with the same processor which is MediaTek Helio G85. This chip delivers an average score of 265,563 points in AnTuTu 9. Its performance is very good for low range, to the point of allowing you to perform any basic task and even play some titles without much difficulty. Of course, these are cell phones under 150 euros, so don’t ask too much from them.
Considering that they use the same SoC, the performance will be equal, but that does not mean that they are the same. RAM and storage have changed Between one generation and another, it leaves Redmi 13 better.
In RAM, the base is now 4 GB (previously 3 GB) and the maximum is 8 GB (previously 6 GB), which allows you to keep more applications in the background without problems. The same thing happens with storage, because now you can save more things even from a version. Redmi 13C is sold in 128 or 256 GB Storage space, Redmi 12C goes from 32 to 128 GB.
As far as software is concerned, the Redmi 13C will come straight to the market with Android 13 and MIUI 14. On the other hand, the Redmi 12C will have to roll out one of its major updates. From this point of view, we can say that they are functionally equal, but Redmi 13C will have a longer support period.
Although Xiaomi decided to keep the same 50 MP and 0.08 MP sensors of the Redmi 12C on the 2023 device, now there is one more. The Redmi 13C has a 2MP macro sensor. Which is not in the 2022 phone. And it’s not that this extra sensor is a huge improvement, but it’s there and it’s worth it. The photos you can take with each terminal will be pretty much the same, except that when you take a photo, you activate the 13C macro sensor.
Where the Redmi 13C has improved is the front camera as it has an 8 MP sensor. On the other hand. The Redmi 12C packs a more modest 5MP camera..
Same battery, but Redmi 13C can double the charging power.
Another thing that Xiaomi decided not to change on the Redmi 13C is the battery. It shares the same 5000 mAh capacity With Redmi 12C, but this does not pass to the charging system. The 2023 device supports 18W fast charging, which is almost double the power of the Redmi 12C (10W).
So, though Autonomy is very similar Between both the devices, the Redmi 13C will charge faster than the 2022 pairs.
Redmi 13C vs. Redmi 12C: Which one should you buy?
If you read the full comparison, you will realize that the Redmi 13C is clearly superior to the 12C. Yes, it is true that there is no jump in power in the 2023 smartphone, but it is better than the 2022 in everything. Better design, faster screen, more RAM and storage, better cameras and charging. In addition, Redmi 13C will have an additional year of support as it was recently offered.
Now, do the price differences justify the changes? Although we still don’t have the Redmi 13C price for Spain, we’re blindly betting that we will.
Redmi 12C 4GB + 128GB (best-selling option) costs around 118 euros on Amazon. Meanwhile, the similarly capable Redmi 13C will be sold in Latin America for $115 (around €110). When it arrives in Spain, it will probably cost between 130 and 140 euros, which is an amazing price for all the upgrades introduced. So yes, Redmi 13C is a better buy than Redmi 12C..
