The Redmi Note 13 has arrived in Spain and is sweeping the mid-range. This doesn’t surprise us as it has a total of five devices. They have very good features And their prices are aimed at precisely defined niches.
However, we can’t deny that some of their terminals look similar and the price difference makes you wonder which one to buy. This is exactly what happened with the Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G and 5G and we have already given our advice. We decided to compare them to see if history repeats itself even in the most modest versions. We will face the Redmi Note 13 4G. Redmi Note 13 5G to decide Which one should you buy based on its features and price?.
Specifications Comparison Chart: Redmi Note 13 4G Vs. Redmi Note 13 5G
The Redmi Note 13 4G and 5G have dual waterdrop designs and screens.
From the entire Redmi Note 13 series, the standard versions are very similar to each other. The first attempt is in the design, as both share vertical frames, solid colored plastic backs (in Spain); 3.5 mm audio connector and IP54 protection. Be careful, fingerprint readers in different places: under the screen in 4G and on the side in 5G (integrated in the power button).
Even the camera module uses two large windows for the main sensor and the ultra-wide angle, as well as two smaller ones for the macro camera and flash. The only thing that distinguishes the module is that it is integrated in the back (like the Galaxy) in the Redmi Note 13 4G. Meanwhile, the Redmi Note 13 5G stands out and has a very Xiaomi 14 style.
Another design difference is in the sound: the 4G version has two speakers for stereo sound, while the 5G model has only one. However, the Redmi Note 13 5G has a surprise: It supports Hi-Res sound With speaker, jack connector and wireless connection.
On the other hand. The screens of both devices are carbon copies of each other. We are talking about 6.67-inch panels with full HD+ resolution, AMOLED technology, 120 Hz refresh rate and a maximum brightness of 1800 nits. These are the best details for this pair. As it is Gorilla Glass 5 in the 5G model and Gorilla Glass 3 in the 4G, the screen protection changes. However, it is not critical and we cannot give these points to anyone.
Dimensity 6080 of Redmi Note 13 5G is its superior advantage over Redmi Note 13 4G.
Strictly speaking, the only real difference between this pair is their processor and not just because one has 5G and the other has 4G. The Redmi Note 13 5G Dimensity 6080 consumes 30% more power than the Redmi Note 13 4G Snapdragon 685. That’s an average, because in some tests it’s a lot like in a single-core test. Geekbench 6 where the difference is 65%.
Additionally, even though both are 6 nm-manufactured chips and have 8 cores, the Dimensity 6080 uses less power because it has more efficient cores. There are 6 Cortex-A55 cores in MediaTek and one of 4 Cortex-A53 cores in Qualcomm (older architecture), to say the least.
Both phones have 6 GB + 128 GB and 8 + 256 GB versions. But in the Redmi Note 13 4G, there is a medium version with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. The software is similar to Android 13 under MIUI 14It will soon start making the jump to Android 14 under HyperOS.
Same cameras, battery and charging power, the standard Redmi Note 13 looks very similar
To close this comparison, we have to talk about the cameras and the power system of these smartphones. Both systems are identical in this pair, but we can’t point out that either has received significant camera upgrades over the previous generation. The most relevant is the main sensor, which is now 108 MP and better quality, the front cameras from 13 MP to 16 MP (also with a better sensor).
Here’s the camera lineup you’ll find on both the regular Redmi Note 13s:
108 MP main camera (Samsung HM3) with f/1.8 and PDAF. 8 MP ultra wide angle (Sony IMX355) with f/2.2 and 120º field of view. 2 MP macro (Omnivision OV02B10) with f/2.4. 16 MP front camera (Omnivision OV16A1Q) with f/2.4.
Finally, there is the power system, which does not change compared to the previous generation. Both Redmi Note 13 have 5000 mAh batteries and 33W fast charging.
Conclusion: Is it worth paying more for the Redmi Note 13 5G or saving on the Redmi Note 13 4G?
As you might have noticed, the only major difference between these two is the processor and mobile connectivity. However, they are two terminals that are very similar to each other and it is worth asking: does the price difference justify that advantage in the Redmi Note 13 5G? Let us judge.
Redmi Note 13 5G is available from €279.9 for the 6GB+128GB version. Meanwhile, the Redmi Note 13 4G starts at €199.9 with the same capacity. The difference is 80 euros. For a 30% more powerful processor (on average) and 5G connectivity.
Is it worth spending more for the 5G version? Unless you really want 5G and money is no object, we don’t think so. Redmi Note 13 5G is a great device but we recommend you to go for Redmi Note 13 4G.
Even the most complete 4G version with 8GB + 256GB is cheaper than the basic 5G version. €249.9 vs. 279.9 euros, you save 20 euros and double the storage while still getting more RAM.
