Huawei nova 9 vs Redmi Note 13R
The Huawei nova 9 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, while the Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei nova 9 leads — 33/100 vs 29/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 4300); the Huawei nova 9 is noticeably lighter (175g vs 205g).
Huawei nova 9
Redmi Note 13R
- Faster charging: 66W vs 33W
- Lighter: 175g vs 205g
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5030 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 30/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 9 vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Huawei nova 9 scores 4 points higher (33/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 9 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (41/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 9 leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei nova 9 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 9 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (41/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 9 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 9 | Redmi Note 13R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 781542 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 5030 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×73.7×7.8 mm | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Huawei nova 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 13R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Huawei nova 9
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 9
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei nova 9 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 9 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (41/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (81/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 9 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 9 or the Redmi Note 13R?
The Huawei nova 9 edges out the Redmi Note 13R by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 9 and the Redmi Note 13R?
The Huawei nova 9 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 9 or the Redmi Note 13R?
The Huawei nova 9 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 9 over the Redmi Note 13R?
The Huawei nova 9 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.