Redmi 13 vs Redmi 15C
The Redmi 13 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra, while the Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $170 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 13 leads — 39/100 vs 36/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 13 is faster in AnTuTu (354,158 vs 348,562).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13
Redmi 15C
What makes Redmi 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 354158 vs 348562
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 200g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (54/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Redmi 15C better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 419 vs 405
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1461 vs 1407
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5030 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $170
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 13 vs the Redmi 15C, the Redmi 13 scores 3 points higher (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 13 leads (40/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Redmi 13 — 46/100, Redmi 15C — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C and the Redmi 13 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C and the Redmi 13 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 13 | Redmi 15C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 354158 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 405 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1407 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5030 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 810 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm | 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 13
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 13
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 13
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 15C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 13 and Redmi 15C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi 13 leads Redmi 15C by 1.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Redmi 15C was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C and the Redmi 13 are nearly equal (49/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C and the Redmi 13 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13 or the Redmi 15C?
The Redmi 13 edges out the Redmi 15C by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 13 and the Redmi 15C?
The Redmi 13 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi 15C — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13 or the Redmi 15C?
The Redmi 13 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13 over the Redmi 15C?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Redmi 13 (54/100 vs 43/100).