Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Xiaomi 13
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro (2021) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Xiaomi 13 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $999 and $640. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 13 leads — 69/100 vs 65/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 13 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3095); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 13 is faster in AnTuTu (1,743,949 vs 1,413,275); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro has the stronger camera (141 vs 130); the Xiaomi 13 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Xiaomi 13
What makes Apple iPhone 13 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2315 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5753 vs 5311
- Better camera (73/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1743949 vs 1413275
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3095 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 189g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $640 vs $999
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 20/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs the Xiaomi 13, the Xiaomi 13 scores 4 points higher (69/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 leads (57/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 13 Pro — 40/100, Xiaomi 13 — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 75/100. In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Xiaomi 13 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (57/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 13 is a bit better (66/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 Pro | Xiaomi 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 1743949 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3095 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | 130 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 15 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.7 mm | 152.8×71.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $640 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 13
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 3095 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 13
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Xiaomi 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 13 leads Apple iPhone 13 Pro by 19.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $359. Xiaomi 13 was $359 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 75/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Xiaomi 13 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (57/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 13 is a bit better (66/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Xiaomi 13?
The Xiaomi 13 edges out the Apple iPhone 13 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Xiaomi 13?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 13 — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Xiaomi 13?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 13 Pro over the Xiaomi 13?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 13 is a better fit for active users.