Redmi 13C 4G vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Redmi 13C 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $130 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 39/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 552,286); the Redmi Turbo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13C 4G doesn't.

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G by 28 points (67/100 vs 39/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C 4G
Performance 43
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability
Value for money 58
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi 13C 4G better?
  • Cheaper: $130 vs $250

  • Overall rating 39/100
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 552286
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2047
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 13C 4G vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 28 points higher (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (86/100 vs 58/100).

Redmi 13C 4G: The Redmi 13C 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 13C 4G Redmi Turbo 5
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 552286 2809170
Geekbench Single 727 1553
Geekbench Multi 2047 6403
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1650 2756x1268
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 10W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, MIUI 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 204 g
Price $130 $250
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 13C 4G
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 13C 4G and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 13C 4G MediaTek Helio G99
39/100
552286 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
67/100 +80.3%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Redmi 13C 4G by 80.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 13C 4G
$130
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Price difference: $120. Redmi 13C 4G is cheaper by $120.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (80/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (85/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (74/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (86/100 vs 58/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C 4G or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G by 28 points (67/100 vs 39/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 13C 4G and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi 13C 4G has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C 4G or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C 4G or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 13C 4G over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi 13C 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.