Poco M5 vs Redmi 13C 4G

The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Redmi 13C 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco M5 leads — 41/100 vs 39/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13C 4G doesn't.

The Poco M5 edges out the Redmi 13C 4G by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Performance 43
Display 54
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 49
Value for money 52
Redmi 13C 4G
Performance 43
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability
Value for money
What makes Poco M5 better?
  • Faster charging: 18W vs 10W

  • Better display (54/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi 13C 4G better?

  • Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M5 vs the Redmi 13C 4G, the Poco M5 scores 2 points higher (41/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "display" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.

Poco M5: The Poco M5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 13C 4G: The Redmi 13C 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M5 Redmi 13C 4G
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 MediaTek Helio G99
AnTuTu 552286 552286
Geekbench Single 727 727
Geekbench Multi 2047 2047
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2408x1080 720x1650
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 10W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 12, MIUI 14
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm
Weight 201 g
Launch price $170
Camera comparison
Poco M5
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Redmi 13C 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Poco M5
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2408x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Redmi 13C 4G
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Battery and charging
Poco M5
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi 13C 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco M5 and Redmi 13C 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco M5 MediaTek Helio G99
41/100
552286 AnTuTu
Redmi 13C 4G MediaTek Helio G99
39/100
552286 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco M5
$170
Redmi 13C 4G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Redmi 13C 4G?

The Poco M5 edges out the Redmi 13C 4G by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Redmi 13C 4G?

The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Redmi 13C 4G — 39/100.

Should you choose the Poco M5 over the Redmi 13C 4G?

The Poco M5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 13C 4G is a better fit for everyday use.