TanoGiuliani · 28/07/2024
Hands-on review · display, gaming, software and camera
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G is recommended, but better options exist, especially for software support and camera.
Likes- Excellent, bright AMOLED screen
- Textured plastic design with good grip
- MediaTek processor is strong for gaming
- 3.5 mm jack and reversible USB-C
Dislikes- Poor software update support
- System is full of ads, and animations are slow
- Ultra-wide camera is weak and video capped at 1080p
- Slow data transfer over USB
El Dantoo · 09/04/2024
Hands-on review · display, camera and value comparison
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G offers poor value against its siblings, so it is hard to recommend over the cheapest model.
Likes- Excellent AMOLED screen brightness and detail
- Cleaner software with fewer preinstalled apps
Dislikes- Camera hardware is essentially the same as the cheaper version
- Price is too high for the small upgrade
- Speakers sound weaker than expected
Urban Tecno · 28/03/2024
Hands-on review · camera, battery and 4G comparison
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G is a very good cheap 5G choice, though the 4G version may suit some users better.
Likes- Daytime photos with good HDR
- Full day of battery in moderate use
- 5G support for mobile data
- Good camera for the price
Dislikes- Night photos lose quality and the wide lens is weak in the dark
- Screen less bright than the 4G version
- No under-display fingerprint sensor
- Video limited to 1080p at 30 fps
america technology · 25/02/2024
Performance test · gaming, emulation and temperatures
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G is a great overall device, but its gaming performance is modest, so buy it knowing that.
Likes- PSP emulation runs stable at 60 fps at 720p
- Good visual quality in retro emulation
Dislikes- Modest single-core Geekbench performance
- Genshin Impact only around 30 fps on medium settings
- Fortnite cannot be played on this model
- PS2 emulation never reaches a stable 60 fps
america technology · 18/02/2024
Hands-on review · two weeks of use · cameras and video
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G is worth exactly its price, with a strong screen and battery but limited power and video.
Likes- Excellent screen
- Design and grip feel good
- Battery lasts quite a while
- Main and wide-angle camera photos look good
Dislikes- Power is not high, and apps and games need better optimisation
- Video limited to 1080p at 30 fps
- Stabilisation still blurs focus in low light
- Cannot switch lenses while recording video
Rafeta Byte · 14/01/2024
Hands-on review · camera, battery and build tests
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G is a very good mid-range phone, though changes over the previous model are small.
Likes- Slim, comfortable build with a good feel
- Sharp daylight photos and better zoom
- Good video stabilisation for a mid-range phone
- Fast 33W charging, full in about an hour
Dislikes- Night photos lack detail and sharpness
- Only one speaker
- Battery could have been slightly larger
Ricksmart · 08/05/2026
Hands-on review · gaming tests, screen, camera and battery
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G is a strong choice this year for gaming and everyday use, but expect to replace it next year.
Likes- Smooth 120Hz AMOLED screen with good brightness
- Playable frame rates in demanding games
- Battery lasts about a full day
Dislikes- Video recording limited to 1080p at 30 fps
- Short useful life before it needs replacing
Revot3ch · 27/04/2024
Hands-on review · battery, camera and performance tests
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G is a solid, reliable choice if long battery life and a sharp display matter most.
Likes- Sharp display
- Reliable performance with no app crashes
- Battery lasts over a day in normal use
- Good reception and call quality
Dislikes- Cameras struggle in low-light conditions
- Mono speaker instead of stereo
- Phone heats up during prolonged use
- Preinstalled apps and some Google apps cannot be removed