Google Pixel 4 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+
The Verdict
Pixel 4 and Redmi Note 13 Pro+ serve different market segments effectively. Pixel 4 excels with its refined 5.7-inch 90Hz P-OLED display (600 nits), superior computational photography via Snapdragon 855 processor, and proven Android 10 software experience, though its 2800 mAh battery struggles with daily use. Redmi Note 13 Pro+ counters with a massive 5000 mAh battery, exceptional 120Hz AMOLED display (1800 nits brightness), faster 120W charging, and higher raw specs: 200 MP main sensor, 8GB+ RAM, and Dimensity 7200 Ultra chipset supporting 5G. However, Pixel 4's smaller form factor (162g vs 204g) and superior image processing typically outperform Note 13 Pro+'s megapixel-focused camera in real-world low-light conditions. Redmi sacrifices wireless charging and premium materials for value-oriented specs and longevity. At $799 versus $449, Pixel 4 justifies premium pricing through software optimization and ecosystem polish, while Redmi Note 13 Pro+ offers substantially better hardware specifications and battery life for budget-conscious users willing to compromise on Android refinement. Choose Pixel 4 for refined photography and compact design; pick Redmi Note 13 Pro+ for all-day battery, display brilliance, and feature density.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 4 if…
- →Best-in-class astrophotography mode
- →90Hz smooth OLED display
- →Excellent dual camera with telephoto
Buy the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ if…
- →Striking 200 MP main camera with OIS
- →Vivid 1.5K AMOLED with 120Hz refresh
- →Blazing 120W HyperCharge
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 4
Pros
- Best-in-class astrophotography mode
- 90Hz smooth OLED display
- Excellent dual camera with telephoto
- Face unlock with 3D face scanning
- Compact and lightweight
Cons
- Terrible 2800 mAh battery life
- No ultrawide camera
- Large forehead bezel
- No fingerprint scanner
- Only 64 GB base storage
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+
Pros
- Striking 200 MP main camera with OIS
- Vivid 1.5K AMOLED with 120Hz refresh
- Blazing 120W HyperCharge
- IP68 dust and water resistance — rare at this price
Cons
- Mid-tier Dimensity 7200 Ultra is not flagship-fast
- Ultrawide and macro cameras are weak
- No wireless charging
- MIUI bloatware out of the box
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 4 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 10 | Android 13, MIUI 14 (upgradable to HyperOS) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 162 g | 204 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 5 | Plastic frame, glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 147.1 x 68.8 x 8.2 mm | 161.4 x 74.2 x 8.9 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12.2 MP, f/1.7, OIS | 200 MP, f/1.65, OIS, Samsung HP3 |
| Front camera | 8 MP, f/2.0 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 16 MP, f/2.4, 2x optical zoom | 2 MP macro f/2.4 |
| Ultrawide | — | 8 MP, f/2.2, 120-degree |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 2800 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired | 120W wired |
| Wireless charging | 11W wireless | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 5.7 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | P-OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2280 x 1080 | 2712 x 1220 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 1800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz + 3x2.42 GHz + 4x1.78 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 + 6x2.0 GHz A510) |
| GPU | Adreno 640 | Mali-G610 MC4 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Ultra |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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