Xiaomi Redmi 13 vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+
The Verdict
Redmi Note 12 Pro+ delivers significantly stronger performance with its Dimensity 1080 chipset, 120Hz AMOLED display offering 900 nits brightness versus the Redmi 13's 90Hz IPS at 550 nits, and superior camera hardware including a 200MP main sensor with OIS plus ultrawide lens. It also brings 5G connectivity and blazingly fast 120W charging versus 33W. However, Redmi 13 justifies its $179 price with better overall value, offering a larger 6.79-inch display, respectable 108MP camera with macro capability, and more recent software (Android 14 vs 12). For budget-conscious buyers prioritizing screen size and longevity, Redmi 13 impresses. Those wanting flagship-lite features with AMOLED quality and faster performance should invest in Note 12 Pro+. The $150 premium buys meaningful upgrades in display tech, processing power, and charging speed.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Xiaomi Redmi 13 if…
- →108 MP main camera captures highly detailed photos in daylight
- →Large 5030 mAh battery provides excellent two-day endurance
- →33W fast charging at this ultra-budget price point
Buy the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ if…
- →200 MP main sensor is a headline spec at this price
- →120W charging is exceptionally fast for the segment
- →OIS on the main camera aids low-light stability
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Xiaomi Redmi 13
Pros
- 108 MP main camera captures highly detailed photos in daylight
- Large 5030 mAh battery provides excellent two-day endurance
- 33W fast charging at this ultra-budget price point
- IP53 splash resistance for basic water protection
- Large 6.79-inch display is great for media consumption
Cons
- No 5G connectivity — 4G LTE only
- IPS LCD lacks the contrast and vibrancy of AMOLED
- Helio G99 Ultra struggles with heavy gaming
- No ultrawide camera — just main and macro
- Video recording limited to 1080p@30fps
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Pros
- 200 MP main sensor is a headline spec at this price
- 120W charging is exceptionally fast for the segment
- OIS on the main camera aids low-light stability
- 120Hz AMOLED display
- NFC included
Cons
- Dimensity 1080 is a mid-range chip, not flagship
- Heavy at 210 g
- No wireless charging
- 8 MP ultrawide is mediocre
- MIUI ads in some regions
Full Specifications
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 13 | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (MIUI 14 / HyperOS) | Android 12 (MIUI 13) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 198.5 g | 210 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, glass front, plastic back | Plastic back, aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP53 | IP53 |
| Dimensions | 168.6 x 76.3 x 8.3 mm | 162.9 x 76.0 x 8.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 108 MP, f/1.75, PDAF | 200 MP, f/1.65, OIS |
| Front camera | 13 MP, f/2.0 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4 | — |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | — | 8 MP, f/2.2, 120-degree |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB / 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5030 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 33W wired | 120W HyperCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.79 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2460 x 1080 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 550 | 900 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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