Nokia 8.1 vs Redmi Note 13R

The Nokia 8.1 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, 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 8/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia 8.1 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 205g).

The Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 21 points (29/100 vs 8/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 4
Battery 0
Design 75
Value for money 79
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 205g

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 3500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 4/100)
  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Redmi Note 13R scores 21 points higher (29/100 vs 8/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (24/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 leads (79/100 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 Nokia 8.1 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (24/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 8.1 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (79/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia 8.1: The Nokia 8.1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8.1 Redmi Note 13R
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 417439
Geekbench Single 431
Geekbench Multi 1320
Display 6.2" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2246x1080 1080x2460
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3500 mAh 5030 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 9 Android 14, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 154.8×75.8×8.0 mm 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 180 g 205 g
Price $449
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Front: 20MP
4
camera
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • 6.2" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2246x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8.1
  • 3500 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8.1
$449
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 Nokia 8.1 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (24/100 vs 4/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (41/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia 8.1 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (75/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 21 points (29/100 vs 8/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Redmi Note 13R?

The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 8/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi Note 13R leads on camera score (24/100 vs 4/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 over the Redmi Note 13R?

The Nokia 8.1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.