Lava Bold N2 5G vs Redmi Note 13R
The Lava Bold N2 5G (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 13R leads — 29/100 vs 20/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Bold N2 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP.
Lava Bold N2 5G
Redmi Note 13R
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5030 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 41/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 33W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Lava Bold N2 5G vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Redmi Note 13R scores 9 points higher (29/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (45/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Lava Bold N2 5G | Redmi Note 13R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 450000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5030 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 550 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 205 g | |
| Price | $105 | — |
Lava Bold N2 5G
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Note 13R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Lava Bold N2 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 13R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lava Bold N2 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Lava Bold N2 5G (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (45/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Lava Bold N2 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Redmi Note 13R?
The Redmi Note 13R edges out the Lava Bold N2 5G by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N2 5G and the Redmi Note 13R?
The Lava Bold N2 5G has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N2 5G or the Redmi Note 13R?
The Redmi Note 13R leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N2 5G over the Redmi Note 13R?
The Lava Bold N2 5G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.