Honor Magic8 vs Redmi Note 13R
The Honor Magic8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic8 leads — 88/100 vs 45/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5030).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor Magic8
Redmi Note 13R
What makes Honor Magic8 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5030 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor Magic8 vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Honor Magic8 scores 43 points higher (88/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor Magic8 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor Magic8 | Redmi Note 13R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 4037547 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" Dynamic OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2760x1256 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5030 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.1×74.0×8.0 mm | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $625 | — |
Camera comparison
Honor Magic8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Note 13R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Honor Magic8
- 6.6" Dynamic OLED
- Resolution: 2760x1256
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor Magic8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 80W
Redmi Note 13R
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (85/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (85/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor Magic8 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor Magic8 or the Redmi Note 13R?
The Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 43 points (88/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Honor Magic8 and the Redmi Note 13R?
The Honor Magic8 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic8 or the Redmi Note 13R?
The Honor Magic8 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic8 over the Redmi Note 13R?
The Honor Magic8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.