Apple iPhone 16e vs Redmi Note 13R

The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16e leads — 32/100 vs 29/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 205g).

The Apple iPhone 16e edges out the Redmi Note 13R by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Performance 50
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 1
Design 91
Value for money 69
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
  • Lighter: 167g vs 205g

  • Higher performance (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (91/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 3279 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 20W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Apple iPhone 16e scores 3 points higher (32/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e leads (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (41/100 vs 1/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 16e leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (41/100 vs 1/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 16e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 16e: The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 16e Redmi Note 13R
Processor Apple A18 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 1790000
Geekbench Single 3254
Geekbench Multi 8070
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2532x1170 1080x2460
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3279 mAh 5030 mAh
Charging 20W 33W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Front camera 12 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS iOS 18 Android 14, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 167 g 205 g
Price $599
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Front: 12MP
24
camera
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2532x1170
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
  • 3279 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 7W
1
battery
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 16e
$599
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (50/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (41/100 vs 1/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (91/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 16e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Apple iPhone 16e edges out the Redmi Note 13R by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Redmi Note 13R?

The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 29/100.

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Apple iPhone 16e leads on performance (50/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Redmi Note 13R?

The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.