Xiaomi Redmi 13C Smartphone Review – The Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G and 4G are the newest smartphones released by Redmi. These new smartphones were released in December and November 2023 respectively. The new smartphones represent the best of what they have to offer in the budget segment. Xiaomi has made both 5G and 4G versions of the smartphone, so both of them have similar specs except for a few changes here and there.
Both smartphones have launched globally and they are meant to provide the best of what Redmi has to offer in the budget space. They also bring new design languages, so the smartphones look quite, elegant, and in line with Xiaomi’s other smartphones launched in 2023. So, let’s begin with a detailed review of both Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G and 4G and see if these smartphones are worth purchasing.
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Xiaomi Redmi 13C Smartphone Review
Highlights
- Both Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G and 4G feature the same 6.74-inch IPS LCD display with 90Hz refresh rate support.
- The Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G has the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ chipset While the Xiaomi Redmi 13C 4G has the MediaTek Helio G85 4G chipset.
- Both smartphones come pre-loaded with the latest Android 13 OS out of the box with an MIUI 14 user interface for more customization.
- Both Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G and 4G have a 50MP main rear camera system. For the selfie camera, the Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G features a 5MP selfie camera, while the Xiaomi Redmi 13C 4G features an 8MP selfie camera.
- Both Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G and 4G have a Li-Po 5000mAh long-lasting battery with 18W fast wired charging support.
Design and Display
The design of both the Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G and 4G looks elegant. They feature a flat design, including the side frame and the rear panel. The view nature of the body provides a very strong grip and won’t slip out of your hand easily. Both smartphones are extremely well-built, durable, and will not show any sign of creaking or bending. The body is also quite durable and is available in different color options.
The Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G is available in Starlight Black, Startrail Green, and Startrail Silver. While Xiaomi Redmi 13C 4G is available in Midnight Black, Navy Blue, Glacier White, and Clover Green. The Redmi 13C 5G has an advantage over its 4G counterpart and that’s in protection against dust and water splashes. But when it comes to protection of the display, both smartphone features Corning’s Gorilla Glass but Redmi hasn’t specified which version. Apart from this, both devices weigh around 192 grams and have a bit of thick bezels at the front.
Speaking of displays, both Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G and 4G feature the same 6.74-inch IPS LCD display with HD+ resolution. The lack of FHD+ display may upset some users but difficult to achieve at this price point. Both displays also support a 90Hz refresh rate and can get up to 600 nits of HBM brightness under direct sunlight. Overall, the display department is average and has nothing extraordinary as per pricing.
Memory and Internal
Let’s talk about the internals now. The Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G has the 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ chipset that can reach up to a 2×2.2GHz clocking speed. While the Xiaomi Redmi 13C 4G has the 12nm MediaTek Helio G85 chipset capable of reaching up to a 2×2.0GHz clocking speed. The Redmi 13C 5G has 5G connectivity as the name suggests, while the Redmi 13C 4G is limited to 4G connectivity.
While both chipsets have enough power to run all your favorite apps and everything you do on a smartphone, the chipset inside the 5G model has more raw performance than the 4G model. So, it will open your faster and run your favorite games. On top of that, the GPU of the Redmi 13C is also a bit more powerful than the 4G model.
But they both can run your favorite games like PUBG Mobile, CODm, and Genshin Impact but at low graphic settings only. Don’t forget these are not gaming-centric smartphones. For RAM and storage, both Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G and 4G can be purchased with 4GB to 8GB of RAM and 128GB to 256GB of internal storage. When it comes to the software side of things, the new smartphones are running on the latest Android 13 OS with an MIUI 14 user interface for more customization. All in all, the software side is decent whereas the processors are a bit underpowered.
Camera
Both Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G and 4G feature a 50MP rear camera system. The main sensor of both smartphones produces pictures with clarity, details, and color tone. It produces better and brighter images. The night photography is just average and gets the job done but nothing extraordinary. Apart from this, the 4G variant has an additional 2MP macro lens.
On the front, the Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G features a 5MP selfie camera, while the Xiaomi Redmi 13C 4G features an 8MP selfie camera. Even though the 4G model has a higher megapixel sensor, it essentially produces images that have similar image quality and have just an average detail level, which should be enough to post on social media.
As for video recording, both smartphones can record videos at a maximum of 1080P resolution at 30fps. This is from both their rear and selfie cameras. As per competition, the camera section disappoints as better options are available in the same price segment.
Battery and Others
Both Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G and 4G have a Li-Po 5000mAh long-lasting battery, which should provide 1 – 2 days’ worth of battery life with low to medium usage. While high usage and/or gaming will drain the battery faster and may not last a full day. The smartphone also supports 18W fast charging, which may come in handy when the battery percentage drops.
The 18W charger should fully charge the 5000mAh battery in under 3 hours. Apart from that, both smartphones have Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, GPS, and a USB Type-C port for charging. The Xiaomi Redmi 13C 4G is available starting at $115 (Rs 8,999 in India) approx. While the Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G is available starting at $132 (Rs 10,999 in India) approx.
Xiaomi Redmi 13C Pros and Cons
Xiaomi Redmi 13C Specifications Detail
Down below you can see the full specifications of the Xiaomi Redmi 13C smartphone.
| Specifications | Xiaomi Redmi 13C | Xiaomi Redmi 13C |
| Network | 2G, 3G, 4G | 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G |
| Announced | November 2023 | December 2023 |
| SIM | Dual SIM | Same |
| Dimensions | 6.61 x 3.07 x 0.32 inches | Same |
| Weight | 192 g | Same |
| Size | 6.74 inches | Same |
| Display | IPS LCD 90Hz 450-600 nits brightness 20:9 ratio ~260 ppi density | Same |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass | Splash and dust resistant Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels | Same |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Same |
| Chipset | 12nm – Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 | 6nm – Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ |
| CPU | Octa-core 2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55 | Octa-core 2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | Same |
| RAM | 4GB, 6GB, 8GB | Same |
| Internal | 128GB, 256GB eMMC 5.1 | 128GB, 256GB UFS 2.2 |
| Camera | 50 MP (wide), PDAF 2 MP (macro) 0.08 MP (depth) LED flash, HDR Max – 1080p@30fps | 50 MP (wide), PDAF 0.08 MP (auxiliary lens) LED flash, HDR Max – 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie | 8 MP HDR Max – 1080p@30fps | 5 MP HDR Max – 1080p@30fps |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Same |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Same |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | Same |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | Same |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | Same |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | No |
| Infrared port | No | Same |
| Radio | Yes | Same |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | Same |
| Sensors | Side-mounted fingerprint, accelerometer, compass Virtual proximity sensing | Same |
| Battery | Li-Po 5000 mAh 18W wired, PD | Same |
| Colors | Midnight Black, Navy Blue, Glacier White, Clover Green | Starlight Black, Startrail Green, Startrail Silver |
| Expected Price | $115 (Rs 8,999 in India) approx. | $132 (Rs 10,999 in India) approx. |
Conclusion
We can say that both Xiaomi Redmi 13C 5G and 4G are excellent launches in their budget category and bring some good competition back to this category. Speaking of downsides, the set of specs offered feels underwhelming as per the alternatives available in the market. However, with these new smartphone launches, Xiaomi has managed to cater to both 5G users as well as those who are satisfied with 4G.
But in a market so fierce, they have some tough competition. The newly launched Realme C67 is a great alternative to the Xiaomi Redmi 13C. Each smartphone has its own set of pros and cons. However, the final decision is up to you, so it is better to choose a smartphone based on your requirements and needs.
