Nubia Red Magic 5G vs Redmi Note 13R

The Nubia Red Magic 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 5G leads — 33/100 vs 29/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 13R is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.8mm).

The Nubia Red Magic 5G edges out the Redmi Note 13R by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Red Magic 5G
Performance 6
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 32
Design 27
Value for money 70
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
What makes Nubia Red Magic 5G better?
  • Faster charging: 55W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (6/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better value for money (70/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 4500 mAh
  • Lighter: 205g vs 218g

  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Red Magic 5G vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Nubia Red Magic 5G scores 4 points higher (33/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 5G leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 5G leads (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 5G is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 5G is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 5G notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (70/100 vs 55/100).

Nubia Red Magic 5G: The Nubia Red Magic 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nubia Red Magic 5G Redmi Note 13R
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 976177
Geekbench Single 1168
Geekbench Multi 3431
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2460
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5030 mAh
Charging 55W 33W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 10 Android 14, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 168.6×78.0×9.8 mm 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 218 g 205 g
Price $579
Camera comparison
Nubia Red Magic 5G
  • Main: 64MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
37
camera
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Nubia Red Magic 5G
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nubia Red Magic 5G
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 55W
  • No wireless charging
32
battery
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nubia Red Magic 5G
$579
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 5G is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 5G 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 32/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (43/100 vs 27/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 5G notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (70/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 5G or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Nubia Red Magic 5G 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 Nubia Red Magic 5G and the Redmi Note 13R?

The Nubia Red Magic 5G has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Red Magic 5G or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Nubia Red Magic 5G leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic 5G or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Nubia Red Magic 5G leads on performance (6/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 5G over the Redmi Note 13R?

The Nubia Red Magic 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.